Highway 16 reopens after RCMP investigation near Maymont

Saskatchewan RCMP blocked eastbound lanes of Highway 16 on Sunday morning as part of an investigation.

The closure began at Maymont with detours taking drivers along a grid road and through the community.

While the RCMP did not specify what type of investigation was underway in its statement at 10:15 a.m., it explained there was no risk to public safety.

The traffic restrictions were lifted Sunday just before 6 p.m. The RCMP said it would provide details about the investigation on Monday.

Maymont is located about 50 kilometres southeast of North Battleford.