The latest update from the Kindersley RCMP has a focus on pedestrian safety, specifically for students.
"With the weather getting warmer it has been refreshing to see so many children out enjoying the sun, and we thought this might be a good time to remind drivers about the rules around speeding in school zones and stopping for school buses."
This is a frustrating topic for many people when ignored. As stated by the Kindersley RCMP, motorists must come to a complete stop and wait behind or (if approaching) in front of a school bus when it is stopped with its red lights flashing, and that drivers may proceed only when the safety lights and stop arm of the bus have been disengaged.
People need to know the consequences.
"And, although you won’t find yourself in the principal’s office for speeding, you’ll find yourself paying a hefty ticket, with three demerits against your license, and you’ll be putting students’ lives at risk." shared the release, "As the school year starts winding down, Kindersley RCMP members will be patrolling the school zones and watching for unsafe driving behaviour. Let’s work together to keep kids safe!"
It's safety first, but hefty fines and demerits to your driver's license are also good reasons to slow down in a school zone (File Photo)The most recent report also shared that between April 11 and April 17, 2023, Kindersley RCMP responded to 12 calls for service*. They included four suspicious person or vehicle complaints, a theft under $5,000, and a mischief complaint.
If you have any information about the above crimes, or any crime, please contact the Kindersley RCMP detachment by calling (306) 463-4642 or your local police service. To submit information anonymously, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or submit a tip online using the P3 App (https://www.p3tips.com/206) or at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
*For more information on the calls to service please contact the Kindersley RCMP Detachment.
Thu, Apr 25, 9:30 AM
