Cops give cyclists the gears

CITY POLICE

NEWS RELEASES

************************* Notices to the public

Cyclists are reminded to ride their bikes on the road and in the same direction as traffic. The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service recently investigated two collisions involving bicycles. One cyclist, riding on the sidewalk and travelling in the wrong, was struck by a vehicle. The second incident involved a cyclist and a pedestrian. The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service will be enforcing the Highway Traffic Act and laying appropriate charges.

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service wants to remind the public that students will be returning to school on Tuesday. Please remember to stop for school buses and watch for children on the streets.

************************* Break and enter

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service received two break and enter reports yesterday. An attempted entry was reported to a residence in the 100 block of Boehmer Boulevard. A residence in the 100 block of Boston Ave was entered - unknown what was taken.

************************** Thefts

- A 1999 Chev Silverado green pickup truck was stolen from a residence in the 100 block of Barber Boulevard.

- A vehicle parked in the 100 block of Varsity Avenue was entered - unknown what was taken.

- Culprits entered and attempted to steal a vehicle parked in the 100 block of Robin Street.

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