RCMP investigate suspicious sudden death near Big River F.N.
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The Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crime Unit South, with assistance from the Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crime Unit North, Spiritwood and Big River RCMP, Prince Albert RCMP Forensic Identification Section and the Saskatchewan Coroners Service, are investigating a death in the community of Big River First Nation.
On June 30, at approximately 5:45 a.m., Spiritwood RCMP received a report of an alleged assault on two adult males. While investigating the incident, officers located one of the victims of the alleged assault deceased inside a vehicle just outside of Big River First Nation along Highway 793.
The deceased has been identified and his family notified. An autopsy will take place in Saskatoon on Monday, July 5.
The circumstances surrounding the death are being considered suspicious and continue to be investigated by the Major Crime Unit. Residents of Big River First Nation will continue to see an increased police presence in and around the community as a result of the ongoing investigation. The RCMP is encouraging anyone with information regarding this incident to contact Spiritwood RCMP at 306-883-4210 or Big River RCMP at 306-469-2590.
