Burton Ward. (Image Credit: Saskatchewan RCMP)

By battlefordsNOW Staff

MISSING

RCMP seek information on missing 56-year-old man

Mar 18, 2026 | 4:53 PM

Battlefords RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing man.  

On March 17, around 1:30 p.m., RCMP received a report of a missing 56-year-old man, Burton Ward. He also goes by the name ‘Cheech’.  

Ward was last seen on March 13, around 3 p.m. on 24th Street West in Prince Albert. 

He is described as 5’7″, with brown eyes and long brown hair. A tattoo of a dreamcatcher is on Ward’s left shoulder. He was last seen wearing a black shirt, blue jeans, a black baseball hat, and brown hiking shoes. 

If you have seen Ward or know where he is, contact Battlefords RCMP at 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com. 

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