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On March 25, police responded to a complaint of a vehicle fire southeast of Viking. When members arrived on scene the fire had completely burned the vehicle and was almost out. With the assistance of the Viking Fire and Rescue the hot spots were being monitored.
A licence plate was obtained from the vehicle and the registered owner was contacted. The owner advised he did not realize the truck was missing and confirmed that it was. He was advised the vehicle had been located and was completely burnt. The vehicle was towed. Police have no suspects at this time.
That afternoon, police received a complaint of a disturbance in Kinsella. The complainant advised of a subject that appeared to be upset and yelling. When members arrived, the subject was gone. With the assistance of the complainant the subject was identified. Members spoke with the subject who advised they were speaking with a telemarketer and started yelling at them. The complainant was updated.
On March 26, police received a request to assist the Firearms Office to locate a firearm from a resident in the Viking area. This matter is still under investigation.
On March 27, police received a complaint from a resident advising of smoke coming from a residence in Viking. Members attended the location and found the residence to be on fire. The Viking Fire and Rescue was dispatched to assist. Surrounding residents were temporarily evacuated for safety reasons. Viking Fire and Rescue took control of the fire and was able to extinguish it. Police contacted the owner of the residence and learned that no one was currently residing there.
On March 28, police responded to a complaint of a disturbance at a local business. When members arrived, the subject had left the business. The complainant advised the subject was verbally aggressive with staff and when he finally left he was stunting in the parking lot. Members were able to locate the subject and he was warned about his actions. No charges were laid at this time.
That afternoon, police received a request to conduct a wellbeing check. The complainant was concerned for the subject who is currently going through a separation from her partner. The subject was contacted and there were no concerns for her safety, and is aware of supports available to her.
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