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CTV News
3 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Death investigation launched after Regina police find man's body near Marshall Crescent
Regina Police Service Headquarters can be seen in this file photo. (David Prisciak/CTV News) Regina police have launched a death investigation after a man's body was found near Marshall Crescent early Friday morning. Officers were called to the scene around 2 a.m., upon arrival they located the body of a deceased man, a Regina police news release said. The area was secured and police's major crimes and forensic identification units responded to the scene. Regina police said the man's name will not be released at this time, adding there are no further details with the investigation still in its early stages. Anyone with more information is asked to call Regina police or Crime Stoppers.
CTV News
4 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Regina police reclassify 1996 ‘accidental' death as homicide, suspect deceased
Muriel Roxanne Demorest, 22, died on April 21, 1996 in Regina. Her death, long considered accidental, was recently reclassified as a homicide. (Courtesy: Regina Police Service) The Regina Police Service's (RPS) cold case unit says a 1996 death in an alley in central Regina is now considered a homicide – after being deemed 'accidental' for the past 29 years. On April 21, 1996, a 22-year-old woman, Muriel Roxanne Demorest, was found dead in an alley on the 1200 block of King Street. Police determined she was fatally injured while changing a tire on a vehicle. Over the years, the police service says it has received new statements – leading investigators to review the file. On March 27, 2025, RPS and the Saskatchewan Coroners Service deemed Demorest's death a homicide. With those findings, the service said it had 'reasonable and probable grounds' to believe a suspect intentionally caused Demorest's death. However, the suspect cannot be charged with murder due to his own recent death. According to the service, his identity will not be disclosed as he is unable to be formally charged. With the revelation, the investigation has officially concluded after 29 years. 'The unwavering dedication of our investigators reflects our commitment to accountability and building trust with the community we serve,' acting RPS Chief Lorilee Davies said in the update. 'We want the public to know that we will never stop pursuing answers.'
CTV News
7 days ago
- CTV News
More than 4 kilos of meth seized in Regina drug trafficking bust
A drug trafficking investigation led to the seizure of around 4 kilograms of methamphetamine as well as weapons and cash. (Source: Regina Police Service) A man is facing more than a dozen charges following a drug trafficking investigation by the Regina Police Service (RPS). On May 2 RPS officers executed two separate search warrants. The first took place at a business on the 100 block of Dewdney Avenue. Officers seized two kilograms of methamphetamine, two ounces of cocaine, an ounce of pink cocaine (believed to be cocaine, MDMA and ketamine), $53,670, two .40 calibre handguns, a rifle, a shotgun, ammunition for all the weapons in addition to drug packaging and mobile phones. The second operation took place at a home on the 2000 block of Wallace Street. Officers recovered around two kilograms of methamphetamine, around half a kilogram of fentanyl, six ounces of cocaine, a quarter of an ounce of pink cocaine, a loaded, prohibited 9mm handgun with ammunition, drug packaging, scales, mobile phones and other drug paraphernalia. RPS noted that members of its drug unit as well as SWAT were involved in the two operations. As a result of the investigation, a 25-year-old man has been arrested and faces 15 charges. They include three counts of possessing a scheduled substance for the purpose of trafficking, possessing the proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000, three counts of careless storage of a firearm, five counts of unauthorized possession of a firearm, possessing a prohibited or restricted firearm and two counts of possessing a loaded or restricted firearm. The accused made his first appearance in provincial court on May 22.
CBC
17-05-2025
- CBC
Regina woman says police shot dog, then she was arrested for the 'theft of my own pets'
Social Sharing Amid a family dispute over the ownership of two dogs, a Regina woman says she's devastated after police shot one of the animals in front of her house. Jennifer Godfrey said one of the officers who came to her home on the morning of May 14 "allowed her dog Bane to escape," then another officer shot the dog in the chest. "My dog was already subdued and he shot him again," Godfrey said. According to a Regina Police Service (RPS) news release, officers were dispatched to a home in the 1500 block of Athol Street after a report of theft. Police say they were told two dogs had been taken without permission and they were believed to be at that address. Godfrey said the call came from her mother, who Godfrey had spent six months trying to retrieve her two dogs from. Godfrey said the dogs are hers. CBC News has tried to contact Godfrey's mother, but she has not responded. Godfrey said that when police arrived at her house, she tried to show them proof of ownership, including registration, veterinary records and photos. She claims officers refused to look at any of it. "They knocked on my door threatening a warrant," Godfrey said. "[They said] they were going to take me to jail." The news release from Regina police says a dog then "ran out the front door and toward one of the officers." Godfrey said an officer was propping the door open while speaking to her, which caused her two dogs to escape. That's when another officer fired a shot at Bane, and then another approximately 15 seconds later, she said. "I felt powerless," Godfrey said. Godfrey said officers arrested her shortly after and charged her with theft. "They arrested me for the theft of my own dogs." The Regina Police Service confirmed to CBC News that the dog was given first aid and transported to a veterinary clinic, and that its injuries were non-life-threatening. Godfrey said police told her Thursday night that Bane's leg was amputated. WATCH | Regina woman says police officer shot dog twice: Regina woman says police officer shot dog twice 11 hours ago Duration 2:05 Animal control not on scene The Regina Humane Society (RHS) confirmed that animal control officers were not called to the scene. Bill Thorn, director of marketing and public relations for the RHS, said animal control often works with police, but only by request. "The Regina Humane Society acts under contract with the City of Regina to enforce animal bylaws as they pertain to companion animals," Thorn said. "If the Regina Police Service or Fire and Protective Services encounters an animal, they will contact us to assist." Thorn said animal control officers are trained to de-escalate situations involving aggressive animals. They also have tools, like catch poles, to help capture an animal safely. "Often they will contact us because they don't have the proper equipment to manage and control an animal or transport it," he said. "But again, we don't respond unless we're requested." He said that in many cases where the RHS is called, incidents end without injury. But even without the presence of animal control, Thorn says he understands officers can be put in tough situations where split-second decisions have to be made. "Nobody wants to see an animal harmed, nor does anyone want to see people harmed." Godfrey said there was no reason for the officer to fire a gun at Bane, because he did not pose a real threat. "He's a good boy," she said. "He's not aggressive at all." Investigation ongoing RPS says the incident remains under investigation. Because a gun was fired, the case will be reviewed by the RPS Use of Force Review Board and also reported to the Saskatchewan Police Commission. Godfrey said she is grateful for the community support she's received. Her daughter, Annika, launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for Bane's medical care.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
Lumsden man facing charges after two alleged sexual assaults in Regina
A 39-year-old man from Lumsden has been charged after two separate incidents involving women who were allegedly driven to the far west side of Regina and sexually assaulted. On Friday April 11, officers were sent to the 2300 block of Sandra Schmirler Way near the Caledonian Curling Club, states a Regina Police Service (RPS) news release. 'Police arrived and located an injured adult female, and learned that she had been the victim of a sexual assault,' the release says. On Saturday May 3, police were dispatched back to the same area where it was reported that a 'female had been robbed and sexually assaulted.' Police located the woman when they arrived. 'Both victims reported they were in the North Central area when they entered a white pick-up truck. They were then driven to an area west of Lewvan Drive on 13th Avenue where they were assaulted,' states the release. Police arrested the 39-year-old man on May 8 and he has been charged with: aggravated sexual assault; sexual assault by choking, suffocating, or strangling; robbery and sexual assault. He was scheduled to make a fist appearance on the charges in Regina provincial court on Friday. Police believe there may be more victims and urges anyone with information to call the RPS at 306-777-6500. Man charged with Regina aggravated sexual assault enters unexpected plea Demonstrators call for judicial accountability in sexual assault cases The Regina Leader-Post has created an Afternoon Headlines newsletter that can be delivered daily to your inbox so you are up to date with the most vital news of the day. Click here to subscribe. With some online platforms blocking access to the journalism upon which you depend, our website is your destination for up-to-the-minute news, so make sure to bookmark and sign up for our newsletters so we can keep you informed. Click here to subscribe.
