Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation chief Scott Eashappie has been arrested by File Hills First Nations Police Service for financial crimes.
According to a release from police, they say Eashappie is charged with fraud, theft, money laundering, and breach of trust.
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Eashappie told Global News he has been in contact with his lawyer but would not comment on the issue further until more facts are laid out.
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The chief was first elected in April 2022.
He scheduled to appear in Indian Head Provincial Court on May 6, 2025.
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