Yorkton RCMP asking the public to report sightings of Phoenix Shingoose

August 5, 2026 - Yorkton, Saskatchewan
From: Saskatchewan RCMP

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On August 4, 2026, Yorkton RCMP received a report that a male inmate did not return to White Spruce Provincial Training Centre after an authorized work crew shift. Yorkton RCMP have been working to locate the male and are now asking the public to report sightings and information on the whereabouts of 24-year-old Phoenix Shingoose. 

Shingoose was last seen on Smith Street East in Yorkton on August 4, 2026 between 12:50 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

As a result of investigation, Shingoose is now charged with one count, being unlawfully at large, Section 145(1), Criminal Code. A warrant has been issued for his arrest. 

Shingoose is described as:

• Height: 5 ft 7 in 
• Weight: 250 lbs
• Eye colour: brown
• Hair colour and style: black, short
• Last seen wearing: orange coveralls, grey shirt
• Other descriptors: multiple facial tattoos, including the word ‘RARE’ below his left eye, tattoo on neck

A photo of him is attached. 

Shingoose is known to travel to the following areas:

• Yorkton
• Kamsack
• Cote First Nation
• Regina

If you see Shingoose, do not approach him. Report all sightings and information about the whereabouts of Shingoose to your local police at 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

Saskatchewan RCMP is actively working to locate Shingoose. Any non-search-related inquiries should be directed to the Ministry of Community Safety.