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ARRESTED: Man charged in relation to homicide in North Battleford
April 30, 2026
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North Battleford, Saskatchewan
From: Saskatchewan RCMP
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On May 2, 2026, Tyson Cummer was arrested at a residence in Cut Knife following joint investigative and tactical efforts by Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit, Crime Reduction Team and Cut Knife Detachment. Tyson was wanted in relation to an April 28 murder in North Battleford.
21-year-old Tyson Cummer from North Battleford is charged with one count, second-degree murder, Section 235(1), Criminal Code.
He was remanded and will appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on May 4 at 2:00 p.m.
Background
2026-05-01
As a result of continued investigation, Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit has charged an adult male in relation to the death of 36-year-old Tyson Mosquito.
21-year-old Tyson Cummer from North Battleford is charged with one count, second-degree murder, Section 235(1), Criminal Code.
A warrant has been issued for Tyson Cummer’s arrest. Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit continue work to locate Tyson Cummer and ask members of the public to report sightings and information on his whereabouts.
Tyson Cummer is described as:
- Height: 5’10”
- Weight: 200 lbs
- Eye colour: brown
- Hair colour: black, curly
- Other descriptors: large scar on his right arm
If you see Tyson Cummer, do not approach him. Report all sightings and information on the whereabouts of Tyson Cummer to Saskatchewan RCMP by calling 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
2026-04-29
On April 28, 2026 at approximately 4:00 p.m., Battlefords RCMP received a report of an injured male in an alley behind a residence on 105 Street in North Battleford, SK.
Officers immediately responded and located the male. He was taken to hospital by EMS where he was later declared deceased.
The male has been identified as 36-year-old Tyson Mosquito from North Battleford. His family has been notified.
The male’s death is considered suspicious. As a result, Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit has taken carriage of the investigation.
Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit is asking anyone who lives in the 105 Street area in North Battleford to check their home security cameras and doorbell cameras between 3:40 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on April 28. If your device captured images or videos of suspicious activity, please report it to police immediately.
Investigators are also asking anyone who was with Tyson Mosquito in the hours or days before his death to please contact police.
Information can be reported to Saskatchewan RCMP by calling 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Investigators advise there will be an increased police presence in the 105 Street area in North Battleford for an undetermined amount of time.
We are unable to provide additional information about this investigation at this time. Updates will be provided when available. If an imminent risk to public safety is identified, we will notify the public.
Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit continue to investigate.