RCMP arrested two men in Sturgeon Lake First Nation shooting

Prince Albert RCMP responded to a shooting on Sturgeon Lake First Nation on July 8, 2024.

A man was shot and was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

RCMP said “Investigation determined two individuals approached a group of individuals who were walking in the community. An altercation occurred between them. A firearm was discharged.”

RCMP used a warrant for a residence on the First Nation where on July 14, two men aged 24 and 19 were arrested. According to officers they located and seized a semi-automatic firearm, ammunition and bear spray at the residence.

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Both accused were due in the Prince Albert Provincial Court on July 15, 2024.