On June 17, 2023, at 2:39 a.m., St. Paul RCMP received a report of a shooting at a residence on Saddle Lake Cree Nation. Upon arrival, officers located a deceased male outside of the residence. Officers ultimately located two other individuals with injuries who were transported to hospital in stable condition.
Although early in the investigation, RCMP believe that that all victims are related to the same targeted incident, and there is no ongoing risk to the public.
RCMP have confirmed that this incident is unrelated to a separate major incident that occurred in the community that same morning.
The Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit has taken carriage of the investigation.
RCMP believe that there are witnesses to these incidents and are asking those individuals to come forward.
If you have any information about this incident or those responsible, please call St. Paul RCMP at 780-645-8888. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1‐800‐222‐8477 (TIPS), by Internet at www.tipsubmit.com or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers www.crimestoppers.ab.ca for instructions). To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.