In an effort to address safety concerns, Regina police are introducing alternate response officers to assist in downtown situations. These officers will patrol the area and provide support for vulnerable people. Business owners are optimistic that this new program will improve safety in the area.
Regina police have charged a 28-year-old man, Dakotta Harry Nepinak, with several firearm offenses after responding to an unrelated call for service. The incident occurred on Wednesday at 3:15 a.m. in the 400 block of McIntyre Street. Police observed a man bicycling with loud music and concealing a large item under his jacket, which appeared to be a weapon. The man attempted to flee on his bicycle after being commanded to stop, but was apprehended by officers at Broad Street and 2nd Avenue. A loaded firearm was discovered during a search. Nepinak is in breach of curfew and conditions not to possess firearms or ammunition. He faces charges including carrying a concealed weapon, possessing a firearm, unsafe storage of a firearm, and other firearm-related offenses. His first appearance in provincial court is scheduled for Wednesday afternoon.
