Saskatchewan RCMP continue to investigate the death of a 34-year-old man on Red Earth Cree Nation, which police have determined was a homicide.
Carrot River RCMP were called to a residence on the First Nation at approximately 1:45 p.m. on October 15 after receiving a report of an injured man.
Officers located Billy Whitecap, 34, of Red Earth Cree Nation. He was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS.
A dangerous persons alert was issued at approximately 3:37 p.m. that afternoon after police determined there was a potential imminent risk to public safety in Red Earth Cree Nation and the surrounding area. The alert was cancelled at approximately 8:10 p.m. after investigators determined there was no longer an imminent risk.
RCMP say the suspect has not been arrested. The suspect was described to police as a male, approximately five feet tall, who was last seen wearing a Canada Goose vest and sweatpants.
The Saskatchewan RCMP Homicide Investigation Unit is working to identify and locate the suspect.
Investigators are asking people living on Red Earth Cree Nation to check security and doorbell camera footage recorded between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on October 15. Anyone whose camera captured suspicious activity is asked to contact police at 310-RCMP. In an emergency, call 911.
RCMP remain on Red Earth Cree Nation, and residents can expect an increased police presence in the community for an undetermined period.
Police say further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.