Word on the Street: Viking RCMP report
On Oct. 7, police received a complaint of a break and enter into a garage. The garage door was pried open and lawn equipment was taken. This matter is under investigation.
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On Oct. 9, a call was received from a social worker regarding elder abuse.
Upon speaking with the social worker, there is a concern that a common-law partner may be spending the senior’s money.
The social worker was advised that if the common-law has power of attorney over the senior , the issue is a civil matter.
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On Oct. 10 , a senior citizen reported that over the past two days a walker has been stolen out of the yard. The walker has been located on both occasions in different yards.
For more see the Oct. 15/13 issue of the Viking Weekly Review