Shaquille Gamble. (Facebook)

By Nigel Maxwell

Tragic events

Family confirms missing man found deceased

Sep 11, 2024 | 4:18 PM

Nearly two years after a man’s sudden disappearance, his family is now mourning his death.

Shaquille Gamble’s funeral will be held Friday at Big River First Nation.

Gamble hasn’t been seen since Oct. 15, 2022, when he was in Debden, about an hour northeast of Prince Albert. He was 28 at the time.

RCMP believed at the time he may have been heading to Beardy’s & Okemasis Cree Nation on foot but was also known to travel to Prince Albert, Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation and Big River First Nation.

On Sept. 4, Shellbrook RCMP received a report of a deceased individual located on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation. The preliminary investigation said the death appeared to be non-suspicious.

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The Saskatchewan Coroners Service is now investigating and they have not released the individual’s identity or manner of death.

Meanwhile multiple sources close to the community and family, have confirmed for paNOW the deceased to be Shaquille Gamble, noting his wallet was found near his remains

Gamble’s death was also confirmed by post on the Beardy’s & Okemasis social media page. They are offering people a ride to the funeral and a van will be leaving from the band office. The meeting time is 9a.m.

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