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911 Communicator Kevin D'Aoust Presented with Chief's Nickel Award

On August 2nd, 2021, a young woman was operating a Sea Doo on Ramsey Lake where she suddenly went into a state of medical distress.

Her 911 call was answered by GSPS Communicator, Kevin D’Aoust. 

It was incredibly challenging for Kevin to obtain information from the woman as she was in severe distress.

After roughly two minutes of constant probing, Kevin was able to determine that the caller was on Ramsey Lake, in medical distress and that a water-rescue from Fire Services was required.

Kevin...

GSPS Moose Hunt Pilot Project

Last night, we held our concluding ceremony and feast for our first ever Mooz Akinonmaaget Maa Aki, Moose Hunt initiative. Spear-headed by Cst. Darrell Rivers, GSPS Indigenous Liaison Officer, this initiative aimed to assist in building positive relationships between Indigenous Youth and GSPS Officers based on mutual respect, cultural awareness and inclusivity. In partnership with Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services, Nogdawindamin Family & Community Services, Kina Gbezhgomi Child &...

Don't Drive Impaired: Annual Festive RIDE Launch

Despite our best efforts through education, awareness and enforcement, we know that people are still driving impaired. 

In 2020, we arrested and charged 203 impaired drivers; 66 of those drivers were impaired by drug.

Thus far in 2021, Officers have already arrested and charged 304 impaired drivers where 145 drivers were impaired by drug. This is an overwhelming and unacceptable increase.

Impaired is impaired, whether it be by alcohol, illicit drugs or prescribed medication. You should never...

Man Spends Night at Hotel Brady After Falling Asleep at the Wheel

Around 4:05 p.m. on November 16, 2021, we received information regarding a possible impaired driver. The driver appeared to be passed out at the wheel while at the intersection of Notre Dame Avenue at Kathleen Street. The driver then began driving the vehicle up Notre Dame Avenue almost striking several other cars on the roadway before turning onto King Street. Once on King Street the driver proceeded to Nolin Street where he made two u-turns before ending up in the parking lot of a business.

Patrol...

Man Arrested and Charged with Criminal Harassment

Shortly after 2:00 p.m. on November 16, 2021, we received a call regarding a disturbance at the residence of Mayor Brian Bigger. Information provided was that a man had attended the residence and began causing a disturbance, banging on the front door and yelling while videotaping the home. This caused Mayor Bigger and his family to fear for their safety.

The man left the area prior to Police arrival, however, through the investigation, Officers were able to identify the man responsible.

Around 11:20...