Damien and Myles Sanderson are wanted by RCMP in connection to multiple violent incidents, September 4, 2022. (Image: Melfort RCMP)

By David Opinko/LethbridgeNewsNOW

Saskatchewan RCMP confirm 10 people dead and 15 injured in multiple stabbings

Sep 4, 2022 | 1:15 PM

Update: Saskatchewan RCMP say 10 dead and 15 injured after multiple stabbings

LETHBRIDGE, AB – An emergency alert has been issued for Alberta and Manitoba following numerous violent incidents in Saskatchewan.

RCMP in Melfort, Saskatchewan first issued the dangerous person alert after receiving several calls about stabbings in the James Smith Cree Nation at 7:14 a.m. on Sunday, September 4, 2022.

RCMP says there are multiple victims in the James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon, Saskatchewan.

“Early indications may be that victims are attacked randomly,” reads a portion of the dangerous person alert.

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The suspects have been identified as:

• Damien Sanderson
  • 5’7″
  • 155 lbs
  • Black hair, brown eyes
• Myles Sanderson
  • 6’1″
  • 240 lbs
  • Brown hair and eyes

The suspects may be in a black Nissan Rogue with the Saskatchewan license plate number 119 MPI.

It is believed that the suspects may be heading towards Regina, but because they have access to a vehicle, the alert has been extended to the neighbouring provinces to the west and east.

“This is a rapidly-unfolding situation. We urge the public to take appropriate precautions,” the dangerous person alert says.

“Do not leave a secure location. Use caution allowing others into your residence. DO NOT APPROACH suspicious persons. Do not pick up hitch hikers. Report emergencies or info to 911.

Updated information can be found on the Alberta Emergency Alert website.