Richard James Netmaker was found deceased in a rural area near Pekakumew Lake in January 2020. (File photo/paNOW Staff)

By Nigel Maxwell

Crime

Charges laid following abduction of man at Big River First Nation

Aug 3, 2021 | 4:00 PM

Nearly a year and a half after a man was abducted from his home, and later found deceased, RCMP have laid charges in the case.

Karlyne Morin, 20, of Big River First Nation faces one count of criminal negligence causing death and two counts of forcible confinement.

On Jan. 6, 2020, Big River RCMP responded to a complaint that 36-year-old Richard James Netmaker had been abducted from his residence on Big River First Nation and assaulted.

Police began searching for Netmaker and the investigation determined he was last seen in an isolated area northwest of Big River First Nation. Four days later, Netmaker was found deceased in a rural area near Pekakumew Lake.

The Major Crimes Unit – South has been investigating his death since. On July 26, 2021, officers arrested and charged Karlyne Morin. She has appeared in court in Prince Albert and her next appearance is scheduled for Thursday.

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The Major Crimes Unit – South continues to investigate the circumstances of Netmaker’s death. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Big River RCMP or Crime Stoppers.

In the meantime, paNOW has confirmed in May 2012, Netmaker was the subject of a special advisory issued by the Saskatoon Police Service.

According to the release at the time, Netmaker was a high-risk violent sex offender who had chosen to live in the city following his release from custody.

Police also indicated Netmaker had a history of committing violent sexual offences against female acquaintances and with adults he came into contact with.

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