UPDATE: RCMP say Richard Flett, wanted for second-degree murder in the stabbing death of a man on Red Earth Cree Nation, has been arrested.
Original story continues below.
Saskatchewan RCMP say they laid a murder charge in the fatal stabbing of Brett McKay, a 24-year-old who died on Red Earth Cree Nation.
According to police, McKay was stabbed early Friday morning following a large social gathering in an open area that’s locally referred to as the reservoir.
McKay was driven to a home on Red Earth Cree Nation where he was pronounced dead on scene by EMS.
On Sunday, police say Richard Flett, 21, was charged with second-degree murder in the killing of McKay. A warrant for his arrest has been issued.
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He is described by police as a young man of slender build. He is approximately six feet tall and weighs around 160 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes.
Flett is considered dangerous. Police say do not approach the suspect.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Flett is asked to call Carrot River RCMP at 306-768-1200 or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 222-8477. Anonymous tips can also be made online.
Police continue to investigate.
Red Earth Cree Nation is located about 80 kilometres east of Nipawin, Sask.
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