RCMP is investigating after a man was believed to have been shot and killed on Beardy’s and Okemasis Cree Nation.

RCMP says they discovered the man injured in the community after a report of a shooting shortly after 5 pm on Monday.

Despite life-saving attempts, the man was declared deceased at the scene.

He has been identified as a 22-year-old man from Saskatoon. Police say his identity will not be released at this time.

Saskatchewan’s Major Crimes Unit is currently investigating the incident and the RCMP warns of an increased police presence in the community. However, they say there is currently no concern for public safety.

RCMP is now asking anyone with information on this incident to call the RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).