Update: October 15, 2:46 p.m.
RCMP stated that as a result of continued investigation, 47-year-old Aaron Gardiner from Ile-a-la-Crosse is charged with one count, resist/obstruct peace officer, and one count, fail to comply with release order condition.
Mounties said that Aaron Gardiner is scheduled to appear in Meadow Lake Provincial Court today.
Update: October 10, 3:51 p.m.
Ile-a-la-Crosse RCMP have reported that the suspect is in custody.
Further details will be shared when possible.
Saskatchewan RCMP is advising the public that there is an increased police presence in a rural area near Ile-a-la-Crosse.
Officers from Ile-a-la-Crosse RCMP and Saskatchewan RCMP Police Dog Services are searching for an adult male who fled from them on foot earlier today.
People are asked to avoid the area where officers are present and to follow any police direction provided.
The male is described as approximately 6’1” and 250 lbs.
He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black hoodie and black shoes.
If you see him, do not approach him.
Contact police immediately by dialing 310-RCMP.
Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.