Melfort RCMP are currently responding to a shooting incident involving multiple victims on the James Smith First Nation.
The suspect is Shawn Moostoos, a 33-year-old male. He is described as having brown eyes, brown hair, just over 6 feet tall, weighing 189 pounds. He has a scar on his left hand. His mode of transportation is unknown at this time. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Shawn Moostoos is asked to call 911 immediately.
An emergency alert has gone out to the public in and around the area advising them to:
- Seek shelter/shelter in place and to not leave a secure location
- Be wary of anyone asking for a ride and to not pick up hitchhikers
- Not answer the door unless police provide direction to do so
- Stay away from windows
The public is asked to report emergencies, tips or information regarding the whereabouts of Shawn Moostoos to 911. A heavy police presence can be expected in the area.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
(Photo: Shawn Moostoos/provided by RCMP)