News release

ARRESTED – Ahtahkakoop RCMP responding to reports of a shooting; increased police presence

April 17, 2025 - Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation, Saskatchewan
From: Saskatchewan RCMP

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A male youth, who was wanted by Ahtahkakoop RCMP (referenced as the fourth male youth in the original media release issued on April 15), was arrested by Prince Albert Police Service on April 17, 2025. The male youth was wanted in relation to a firearm discharge that occurred on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation on April 12, 2025.

The male youth is scheduled to appear in court on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation on April 23, 2025.

We are unable to identify the male youth as per the Youth Criminal Justice Act. 
 

Background 

2025-04-15

On April 12, 2025 at approximately 8:50 p.m., Ahtahkakoop RCMP responded to a call involving a firearm discharge on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation.

Officers responded immediately along with local EMS. Investigation determined a group of individuals were outside a residence on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation when they were approached by four males. One of the males had a firearm. The firearm was discharged and a male victim was injured. A can of bear spray was deployed, also affecting the male victim.

The injured male was transported to hospital by EMS with injuries described as serious, but non-life threatening, in nature.

Officers made patrols and searched the area but were unable to locate the suspects.

On April 13, 2025 at approximately 2:00 a.m., three male youths were arrested by Ahtahkakoop RCMP on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation.

The three male youths, all from Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation, have each been charged with:

• one count, aggravated assault, Section 268(2), Criminal Code;
• one count, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(1), Criminal Code; and
• one count, unauthorized possession of a firearm, Section 91(1), Criminal Code.

One of the males was additionally charged with one count, assault with a weapon, Section 267(a), Criminal Code.

We are unable to identify any of the male youths as per the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

All three accused appeared in court on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation on April 14, 2025.

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of a fourth male youth from Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation, who is charged with: 

• one count, discharge firearm with intent, Section 244, Criminal Code;
• one count, aggravated assault, Section 268(2), Criminal Code;
• one count, unauthorized possession of a firearm, Section 91(1), Criminal Code; and
• one count, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(1).

We are unable to identify the wanted male youth as per the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Ahtahkakoop RCMP ask anyone with information about this incident to contact them by dialing 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting

Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

Ahtahkakoop RCMP continue to investigate.

Spiritwood, Big River, and Blaine Lake RCMP, along with Saskatchewan RCMP’s Police Dog Services and Critical Incident Response Team assisted in this investigation.

2025-04-12

Ahtahkakoop RCMP are currently responding to reports of a shooting on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation. The initial call came in at approximately 8:47 p.m. and several others – indicating gun shots in the area – have come in since then.

Residents will note an increased police presence.

People are asked to avoid the areas where officers are present and follow any police direction provided. At this time, it’s advisable for residents in the area to remain in their homes while the investigation is ongoing.

If an imminent risk to public safety is identified, we will notify the public.