RCMP issue dangerous person alert for Red Earth Cree Nation area in northeastern Saskatchewan

The RCMP in Saskatchewan have issued a dangerous person alert for Red Earth Cree Nation northeast of Prince Albert, Sask., and the surrounding area as officers respond to a report of an armed person.

RCMP have issued a dangerous person alert for Red Earth Cree Nation in northeastern Saskatchewan and the surrounding area as officers respond to a report of an armed person.
Police said Thursday the male suspect, who is believed to be armed,  is about five feet tall and was last seen wearing a Canada Goose vest and sweatpants.

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Authorities are urging people in the Red Earth Cree Nation area to stay inside or seek immediate shelter and to lock their doors and windows.

“This situation is rapidly unfolding, and we will provide updates as soon as possible,” the RCMP said.

Residents are also being advised not to pick up hitchhikers or suspicious people and to call 911 to report emergencies.

Police said the situation is rapidly unfolding and more information will be provided as it becomes available.

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