At approximately 12:00 p.m., January 14, 2020, Saskatoon Police, along with the Saskatoon Fire Department and Medavie Health Services West, attended to a collision on Idylwyld Drive near 8th Street. The single-vehicle collision involved a pick-up truck that was rolled onto its side. The man, and lone occupant of the vehicle, was not injured, but was issued a ticket for driving without due care and attention.

Traffic restrictions were in place as the scene was being investigated and cleared. During that time, the driver of a passing vehicle failed to slow down and drove through the Police barrier. No one was injured. Officers found that the driver’s windshield was obstructed by snow and ice. This driver was charged with driving with an obstructed windshield and disobeying officer commands.

Police remind motorists to drive with extra caution when passing emergency vehicles, especially during these extreme cold temperatures and slick conditions. Motorists are also reminded to clear all snow and ice from the entire vehicle before driving.