Wednesday, August 24, 2005

bear Spottrf

Not every day of a police officers life is filled with calls involving criminal activities. Some days we are required to respond to a variety of incidents that fall into categories defined by that catchall phrase in most job descriptions, “and other duties as assigned.” Officers at Sault Ste. Marie O.P.P. Detachment had such a day on 23rd of August.

A bear was spotted wandering near Highway 17, between Bell’s Point and the Sault Ste. Marie city limits, yesterday afternoon. The person who reported this incident was concerned for the safety of children in the area as well as the safety of the bear. Bears must have some form of telepathy. In most instances, the minute authorities are alerted that a bear has left his natural habitat and is close to enjoying the benefits of urban living, they make a hasty retreat back to the safety of the wilderness. This bear was no exception. Patrols were made but the wayward bruin was not located. We do caution residents in the area to be aware that this critter is checking out real estate in their neighborhood. Caution should be used.

Horses on Roadway

A horse of a different color was reported to us shortly after 4:00 A.M. this morning. Well, the color really didn’t matter, but the fact that the horses were on the roadway in front of the Laird Agricultural Ground was cause for concern. Approximately six horses keen to expand their horizons found a way to circumvent their fenced in home. They were spotted on the roadway by a passer-by who reported the matter to us. A short investigation led us to the owner who made quick work of ending this equine foray into the world travel and adventure.

Dangerous Game Of Chicken

You can make allowances for horses standing in the middle of the road but when humans do the same thing you have to wonder. Around 1:30 P.M. Yesterday, officers from Batchewana First Nation police were dispatched to Gran Street. The reporter had advised that three young girls were standing in the middle of the roadway daring vehicles to hit them. What sort of pleasure could be gained should some motorist take them up on their offer. By the time police arrived the girls had departed the area. Parents speak to your children.

House gets Egged

Five young ladies from Batchewana First Nation thought it would be great sport to throw eggs at a house. The occupants of the house did not share the same joy in this act as the perpetrators. The incident occurred on the evening of 22 August but was not reported until yesterday. Officers followed up and the five individuals involved have been warned.