CARLYLE - Update Dec. 23: Carlyle RCMP say they have had numerous complaints of vandalism to SaskPower transformers in the past week.
Dozens of transformers located south of Manor, Carlyle, Arcola and Kisbey have been the target of gunfire. The vandalism has resulted in damage and inoperability and the Carlyle RCMP is asking for the public's assistance in locating the persons responsible.
If you have information related to this advisory please call Carlyle RCMP at 306-453-6707 or 310-RCMP for immediate response, or you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Original post Dec. 14: The Carlyle RCMP is seeking the public's assistance with a recent vandalism incident that knocked out power to some area residents.
The detachment received a report at approximately 9:20 a.m. on Dec. 13 of vandalism that occurred in a rural area south of Carlyle/Manor.
Investigation determined an unknown individual or individuals discharged a firearm, striking and damaging eight power transformers along Range Road 70.
Investigators believe the vandalism occurred between the evening of Dec.12 and the early morning of Dec. 13.
On Dec.13 at approximately 11:20 p.m., the Carlyle RCMP received a report of a second vandalism. Investigation determined an unknown individual or individuals discharged a firearm along Highway 603, south of Manor, striking and damaging four additional transformers. Investigators believe this vandalism occurred in the evening hours of Dec.13.
Power supply to some customers in the vicinity was disrupted as a result of these acts of vandalism.
The Carlyle RCMP continue to investigate. Anyone with information about these incidents, or who saw suspicious activity in these areas, should call the Carlyle RCMP at 306-453-6707.
Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
