Canada - 10 dead and at least 15 wounded in stabbing attacks in Saskatchewan, 2022

[zencompass]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1566782403829702658

 

[MsMarple]

Police confirm that hunt for James Smith Cree Nation suspect Myles Sanderson dates back to May​

New article from cbc.ca

RSBM:
"Saskatoon police confirm that they've been searching for James Smith Cree Nation suspect Myles Sanderson since May.

That's when the 30-year-old stopped meeting with his parole officer and was classified as "unlawfully at large."

Sanderson had been serving a nearly five-year federal sentence for assault, robbery, mischief and uttering threats. He made parole, and then disappeared."

That explains the "Wanted" article from May:

Crime Stoppers: Four on wanted list

If your tip leads to an arrest or charge, you may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000

www.sasktoday.ca

The last sighting of the two was last night around midnight in Regina, correct? Any idea as to why Regina?

Edited to correct midnight sighting to NOON. Thanks to @MistyWaters!

 

[MistyWaters]

The last sighting of the two was last night around midnight in Regina, correct? Any idea as to why Regina?

The possible sighting in Regina was shortly after noon time yesterday. It would be easier to hide out there as opposed to smaller communities.

'It is horrific what has occurred': 10 dead, at least 15 injured in Saskatchewan stabbings

RCMP are still looking for the suspects, with alerts now covering three provinces.

thestarphoenix.com

12:07 p.m. – RCMP issues fifth update saying witnesses report seeing suspect vehicle in Regina on Arcola Ave. Residents asked to shelter in place. The vehicle is described as a black Nissan Rogue with Saskatchewan license plate 119 MPI.

 

[ktm44]

Crime Stoppers: Four on wanted list

If your tip leads to an arrest or charge, you may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000

www.sasktoday.ca

The last sighting of the two was last night around midnight in Regina, correct? Any idea as to why Regina?

Edited to correct midnight sighting to NOON. Thanks to @MistyWaters!

Regina is a larger center and has a strong native population so it would be easier to blend in.

 

[MistyWaters]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1566842115661123584

 

[No_Stone_Unturned]

Did I read this correctly? They’ve been looking for them since May? Is that right? Thanks in advance.

 

[MsMarple]

Did I read this correctly? They’ve been looking for them since May? Is that right? Thanks in advance.

Only Myles Sanderson. Nothing on Damien.

Saskatoon police confirm that they've been searching for James Smith Cree Nation suspect Myles Sanderson since May.

That's when the 30-year-old stopped meeting with his parole officer and was classified as "unlawfully at large."

Sanderson had been serving a nearly five-year federal sentence for assault, robbery, mischief and uttering threats. He made parole, and then disappeared.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/suspects-mass-stabbings-weldon-james-smith-saskatchewan-1.6572876

 

[zencompass]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1566842115661123584

Dear @MistyWaters,

Thank you for the updates and the link to the twitter account of Prairies News Editor for The Canadian Press, Lauren Krugel .

Greatly appreciated.

 

[cujenn81]

There are reports that one of them may be injured ….


According to the Associated Press, Doreen Lees, 89, said she and her daughter thought they saw one of the suspects in Weldon early Sunday morning.

Lees said a man approached them and said he was hurt and needed help but fled after her daughter said she would call for help.

“He wouldn’t show his face. He had a big jacket over his face. We asked his name and he kind of mumbled his name twice and we still couldn’t get it,” Lees said, according to the Associated Press. “He said his face was injured so bad he couldn’t show it.”

'It is horrific what has occurred': 10 dead, at least 15 injured in Saskatchewan stabbings

RCMP are still looking for the suspects, with alerts now covering three provinces.

thestarphoenix.com

Another article stated the woman also said that this person was very “wobbly” on his feet.

I read this and thought it might have been a ruse to harm them (a la Ted Bundy pretending to be injured/handicapped and asking girls for assistance, etc). Whether it was a ruse or he had a legitimate injury, I’m glad the daughter didn’t invite him inside!

 

[dotr]

Lots more at link.

Update #7 for Dangerous Person Alert issued by Melfort RCMP | Royal Canadian Mounted Police

September 5, 2022 rbbm.
Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan
News release

''Saskatchewan RCMP continues to employ every available resource in efforts to locate and arrest Myles and Damien Sanderson.
As a result of this ongoing investigation, Saskatchewan RCMP has now charged both men.
Myles Sanderson is charged with: three counts, first degree murder, Section 235(1), Criminal Code; one count, attempted murder, Section 239(b), Criminal Code; and one count, break and enter – residence, Section 348(1)(b), Criminal Code.
Damien Sanderson is charged with: one count, first degree murder, Section 235(1), Criminal Code; one count, attempted murder, Section 239(b), Criminal Code; and one count, break and enter – residence, Section 348(1)(b), Criminal Code.
Warrants have been issued for their arrests. Further charges are anticipated as the investigation progresses. We will provide updates when they are available.
"To the people of Saskatchewan and beyond – please be assured that we are using every human, investigational and technological resource we have available to locate and arrest the persons responsible for this tragedy and to ensure your safety," says Saskatchewan RCMP Commander Officer A/Commr. Rhonda Blackmore. "Hundreds of Saskatchewan RCMP staff are dedicated to this investigation – this includes operators taking 911 calls and tips, to frontline officers patrolling our streets to the on-scene specialized forensic and Major Crime Unit teams who continue to follow up on all information and evidence gathered."
We continue to work closely with Regina Police Service, as investigation determined the suspects may be in the City of Regina. Resources from Manitoba RCMP, Alberta RCMP, partner police agencies and the Province of Saskatchewan are also assisting in this investigation.
With the assistance of these partners, Saskatchewan RCMP is also ensuring those affected by this tragedy, both on James Smith Cree Nation and in Weldon, are offered appropriate supports and resources.
Investigators have confirmed there are ten deceased victims. We anticipate releasing further details about the victims later in the day.
In addition, there are now 18 individuals reported as injured.
Yesterday, Saskatchewan RCMP issued a dangerous person alert and several subsequent updates. This alert will be extended and we urge residents to continue to remain vigilant until Myles and Damien Sanderson are located and arrested. Information on these alerts and associated instructions can be found here: Alert 3D5B6659-6A97-6387-368A-37FD88427E68.
If new evidence identifies public safety risks, we will let the public know through Saskatchewan's Emergency Public Alerting program and alerts will be broadcast on TV and radio, and through cell phones. We will also update our social media channels and public website.
Damien Sanderson is described as a 31-year-old male, 5 foot 7, 155 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Myles Sanderson is a 30-year-old male, 6 foot 1 and 240 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. They are armed and dangerous and should not be approached.
Myles and Damien Sanderson were last known to be driving a black Nissan Rogue with Saskatchewan license plate 119 MPI. It is believed they may be in Regina, but this has not been confirmed.
For those returning home after long weekend travels, please look for evidence of suspicious activity at and around your home before entering it. If you note anything suspicious, report it to police.
We also encourage the public to continue to report any information on Myles and Damien Sanderson's whereabouts to their local police service immediately. In an emergency, call 9-1-1. Information can be reported to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS or online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.''

 

[dotr]

 

[No_Stone_Unturned]

CBC

https://twitter.com/x/status/1566871303063277568

 

[dotr]

Saskatchewan stabbings: What happened throughout 4-day-long manhunt | Globalnews.ca

The manhunt for Myles Sanderson continues as police investigating one of the worst mass killings in Canadian history in northern Saskatchewan.

globalnews.ca

''Latest updates as of 3 p.m. EDT/1 p.m. CDT:

• Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will deliver an address on the Saskatchewan stabbings at 4 p.m. EDT/2 p.m. CDT. Globalnews.ca will live stream his remarks.
• Suspects still on the loose, but Saskatchewan RCMP issue slew of charges.
• RCMP now say 18 people are injured, which is up from the 15 reported on Sunday.''

 

[MistyWaters]

I read this and thought it might have been a ruse to harm them (a la Ted Bundy pretending to be injured/handicapped and asking girls for assistance, etc). Whether it was a ruse or he had a legitimate injury, I’m glad the daughter didn’t invite him inside!

They made a lifesaving decision, thats for sure. Exactly what I was thinking, a ruse to gain entrance plus a ploy to keep his face hidden in case he was recognized.

Sadly it appears the majority of the other attacks occurred while the innocent, defenceless victims were still sleeping during the very early morning hours so they probably had no chance to defend themselves. Otherwise I’d be quite certain at least some of the victims had legal weapons (guns) for hunting and that’s why I think the vicious massacre was timed accordingly.

I wonder who housed MS who was on the run since May? There‘s a strong chance that’s where they‘re hiding out once again. JMO

 

[MistyWaters]

Saskatchewan stabbings: What happened throughout 4-day-long manhunt | Globalnews.ca

The manhunt for Myles Sanderson continues as police investigating one of the worst mass killings in Canadian history in northern Saskatchewan.

globalnews.ca

''Latest updates as of 3 p.m. EDT/1 p.m. CDT:

• Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will deliver an address on the Saskatchewan stabbings at 4 p.m. EDT/2 p.m. CDT. Globalnews.ca will live stream his remarks.
• Suspects still on the loose, but Saskatchewan RCMP issue slew of charges.
• RCMP now say 18 people are injured, which is up from the 15 reported on Sunday.''

As with the shootings 3 summers ago in Northern BC by the two young fellows who fled to Northern Manitoba, we learned that some early charges needed to be laid due to the possibility they had left the province, so a warrant could be issued that would enable them to be arrested outside of the province. I think that would be the case here as well, albeit precautionary at this point in time.

 

[Tilly23]

CBC

https://twitter.com/x/status/1566871303063277568

The linked article contains some new information:

• The injured count moves from 15 to 18
• One of the victims has been identified - Lana Head, 49 of James Smith Cree Nation
• There is a correction to the earlier information regarding Myles Sanderson - he was NOT released on parole in May. He got a "statutory release"

Is anyone familiar with the difference between "parole" and "statutory release"?

MOO

 

[MistyWaters]

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/suspects-mass-stabbings-weldon-james-smith-saskatchewan-1.6572876

”Saskatchewan RCMP have charged two people being sought by police and the injury toll has risen to 18 after 10 people were fatally stabbed Sunday in various locations in the province, including James Smith Cree Nation.

Police from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba are searching for Myles Sanderson, 30, and Damien Sanderson, 31, after the attacks prompted a dangerous-persons alert.

"To the people of Saskatchewan and beyond, please be assured that we are using every human, investigational and technological resource we have available to locate and arrest the persons responsible for this tragedy and to ensure your safety," said Rhonda Blackmore, commanding officer of the Saskatchewan RCMP.

Myles faces three counts of first-degree murder; Damien is charged with one count of first-degree murder.

Both men also face attempted murder and break-and-enter charges. More charges are expected as the investigation continues.….”

 

[No_Stone_Unturned]

The linked article contains some new information:

• The injured count moves from 15 to 18
• One of the victims has been identified - Lana Head, 49 of James Smith Cree Nation
• There is a correction to the earlier information regarding Myles Sanderson - he was NOT released on parole in May. He got a "statutory release"

Is anyone familiar with the difference between "parole" and "statutory release"?

MOO

From Google:

Statutory release requires federally sentenced inmates to serve the final third of their sentence in the community. CSC supervises them and imposes conditions of release similar to full parole. Inmates serving life or indeterminate sentences are not eligible.

 

[MistyWaters]

The linked article contains some new information:

• The injured count moves from 15 to 18
• One of the victims has been identified - Lana Head, 49 of James Smith Cree Nation
• There is a correction to the earlier information regarding Myles Sanderson - he was NOT released on parole in May. He got a "statutory release"

Is anyone familiar with the difference between "parole" and "statutory release"?

MOO

This is an informative link. In this particular case returning MS to society as a law-abiding citizen clearly was wishful thinking.

Statutory Release and the Parole Board of Canada - Fact Sheet - Canada.ca

Statutory Release and the Parole Board of Canada - Fact Sheet

www.canada.ca

“Historically, many offenders were granted early release based on a calculation of time off for good behaviour. In 1992, the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (CCRA) replaced this with statutory release. It is a type of conditional release because the offenders are supervised in the community. Unlike day and full parole, however, it is not granted by the Parole Board of Canada (PBC).

Statutory release does not end an offender's sentence. Instead, offenders serve what is left of their sentence in the community. They must report regularly to a Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) Parole Officer and follow conditions. On statutory release, offenders have some time under supervision in the community before their sentence ends to help them return to society as law-abiding citizens.”

 

[No_Stone_Unturned]

Shooting and a clear map:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1566876320201445376