SPS

• RCMP questions Surrey Police Service’s readiness as clock ticks down on transition

  As the clock ticks down, the RCMP are raising concerns about readiness for the Nov. 29 switchover in command structure. The SPS maintains it is prepared.

  Politics

  Nov 12
  
• Battle over Surrey police appears finally over as city, province ink deal

  The agreement could finally draw the curtain on an acrimonious and years-long political battle between the two governments over the fate of policing in the city.

  Politics

  Jul 10
  
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• Hatchet attack among four stabbings reported in Saskatoon over weekend

  The Saskatoon Police Service's Serious Assault Unit is investigating four stabbing incidents that took place over the weekend, including an assault with a hatchet.

  Crime

  Jun 10
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• 122 violations during SPS Light Vehicle Inspection Project

  The Saskatoon Police Service issued 42 vehicle inspection notices totaling 122 violations to be addressed after inspecting 48 vehicles Wednesday.

  Canada

  Jun 6
• Saskatoon Taylor Street East collision results in 1 dead and 2 injured, police say

  Saskatoon police say one person is dead and two are injured after a weekend collision.

  Canada

  Apr 15
• 15-year-old boy in stable condition after stabbing, arrest made: Saskatoon police

  A 15-year-old boy was stabbed in Saskatoon on Monday. A 24-year-old man was arrested.

  Crime

  Apr 9
• SPS alternative response officers focusing on community engagement

  Their responsibilities range from community engagement and education to enforcement and assisting in investigations.  Saskatoon currently has 10 AROs.

  Crime

  Sep 27, 2023
• Criticism hurled at pace of Surrey police transition as report finds ‘no clear plan’

  In a progress report, municipal staff claim there is "no clear plan or any supporting documents in place" to phase out the RCMP and bring the fledgling SPS into full force.

  Crime

  Sep 11, 2023
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• B.C. judge to review police handling of Surrey constable caught drunk driving

  A notice of review says the constable indicated he was a Surrey police officer and asked to be let off with a warning, saying the failed test would "ruin his life."

  Crime

  Aug 30, 2023
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• ‘There’s going to be movement’: VPD unsure how SPS decision will impact its staffing

  The Vancouver Police Department estimates less than 40 of its members have left to join the Surrey Police Service, but a specific number wasn't available Thursday.

  Politics

  Jul 20, 2023