News release
Battlefords RCMP investigating armed robbery
May 26, 2025
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North Battleford, Saskatchewan
From: Saskatchewan RCMP
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On May 25, 2025 at approximately 2:35 a.m., Battlefords RCMP received a report of an armed robbery on 109th Street in North Battleford, SK.
Officers responded immediately. Investigation determined three individuals attempted to break into a parked camper. One of the individuals had a firearm. A male occupant exited the camper, and an altercation occurred between the male and the three individuals. A firearm was pointed at the male; it was not discharged. The three individuals fled on foot. The male did not report injuries to police.
Officers made patrols and searched the area but were unable to locate the suspects. Saskatchewan RCMP Police Dog Services was engaged to assist in the search. A police dog tracked the suspects to a residence on 110th Street. A male and a female were arrested at the residence.
24-year-old Austin Dreaver and 19-year-old Kalayah Jackson, both from North Battleford, are each charged with:
- one count, robbery – with firearm, Section 344, Criminal Code;
- one count, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(1), Criminal Code;
- one count, careless use of a firearm, Section 86(1), Criminal Code;
- one count, unauthorized possession of a firearm, Section 91(1), Criminal Code;
- one count, pointing a firearm, Section 87(1), Criminal Code; and
- one count, mischief under $5000, Section 430(4), Criminal Code.
Kalayah Jackson was additionally charged with one count, assault, Section 266, Criminal Code.
Austin Dreaver and Kalayah Jackson are scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on May 26, 2025.
The investigation continues. Anyone with information should contact Battlefords RCMP at 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.