October 20, 2023 9:29 AM
Saskatoon Police are releasing video surveillance in their investigation into incidents of discarded needles.
The video can be viewed at our Facebook page.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the SPS at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Members of the Saskatoon Police Service School Resource Unit are alerting members of the public to reports of used needles being intentionally discarded into school parks and playgrounds.
In July and August of 2023, police became aware of several needles being found in the parks and playgrounds of schools located in the 1000 block of Hampton Circle and 400 block of Avenue W South. At the time, members of the School Resource Unit were not able to identify any avenues of investigation. More recently, police have received additional reports and obtained video evidence of a person of interest believed to be responsible for intentionally discarding the needles.
He is described as a slim male in his late 30s or early 40s with stubble on his face, a mole on the cheek under his right eye, and a height between 5’8” and 5’11”. He has been observed on separate occasions wearing darker clothing while carrying a maroon/black backpack and walking stick(s). A photo is attached for distribution.
Police are encouraging parents, guardians, caregivers, and educators to be remain observant when accessing public parks and playgrounds.
The School Resource Unit is continuing to investigate; anyone with information or video evidence believed to be relevant is asked to contact police directly at 306-975-8300 or report it anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. In an emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately.
