UPDATE: Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit investigating suspicious death

October 30, 2026 - Pelican Narrows, Saskatchewan
From: Saskatchewan RCMP

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Further investigation from Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit has determined that on October 29, 2026, at approximately 6:53 p.m., a 22-year-old male approached two teenage youths and discharged a firearm towards them. One of the youths then discharged a firearm towards the 22-year-old male. 

At approximately 7:00 p.m., Pelican Narrows RCMP received a report of an injured male at a residence in Pelican Narrows. Officers responded and located the seriously injured 22-year-old. He was taken to hospital by EMS where he was later declared deceased.

On November 1, 2026, a teenage youth was arrested in relation to the 22-year-old’s death after contacting the Homicide Investigation Unit to turn themselves in. Following additional evidence gathering and investigation, which included reviewing video footage and consulting with Crown prosecutors, the teenage youth was released without charges.

Neither youth reported physical injuries to police. Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit is not seeking additional suspects. Saskatchewan RCMP continues to investigate the circumstances of this incident. Information can be reported to your local police service by calling 310-RCMP.

Saskatchewan RCMP’s Pelican Narrows Detachment, Police Dog Services, Crime Reduction Team, Warrant Enforcement Suppression Team, Serious Crimes Unit, Forensic Identification Services, and Digital Forensic Services assisted the Homicide Investigation Unit with this investigation. 

Background

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On October 29, 2026 at approximately 7:00 p.m., Pelican Narrows RCMP received a report of an injured male at a residence in Pelican Narrows, SK.

Officers responded and located the seriously injured male. He was taken to hospital by EMS where he was later declared deceased.

The male has been identified as a 22-year-old from Pelican Narrows. 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 Pine Drive (also known as Rainbow Street), Nesoteo Road, and Noochemeek Place areas to check their home security cameras and doorbell cameras between 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on October 29, 2026. If your device captured images or videos of suspicious activity, or if you witness any suspicious activity in the Pelican Narrows area, please report it to police immediately. Information can be reported to your local police service by calling 310-RCMP.

Investigators advise there will be an increased police presence in Pelican Narrows 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.