Saskatchewan RCMP Respond to 177 Calls During Craven Country Thunder Festival

Mounties in Saskatchewan reported a busy weekend, responding to 177 calls for service during the annual Country Thunder Music Festival held in Craven. The festival, which draws large crowds, often leads to an increase in police activity.

Officers were kept busy addressing various incidents, including reports of drinking and driving, mischief, and assaults. The RCMP also dealt with thefts, with items like coolers, lawn chairs, and merchandise reported stolen from booths.

In collaboration with Saskatchewan Government Insurance, police conducted traffic stops near the festival grounds. These efforts resulted in 54 individuals receiving roadside suspensions for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Additionally, hundreds of other traffic tickets and warnings were issued to motorists for various safety rule violations.

The Country Thunder festival is a major event in the region, and law enforcement presence is typically heightened to manage security and traffic concerns throughout its duration.