RM of GARDEN RIVER — Update Nov. 27: The names of two individuals found deceased in the RM of Garen River have been released.
On Nov. 25, just before 9 p.m., Prince Albert RCMP received a report of a suspicious vehicle near Highway 355, between Albertville and Meath Park.
Officers located the vehicle, a silver 2019 Volkswagon Atlas SUV, which had two deceased adult males inside. Initial investigation has determined that their deaths are suspicious in nature.
They have been identified as 19-year-old Damien Penner and 34-year-old Terance Naytowhow, both of Montreal Lake Cree Nation.
Investigators are seeking any information on the whereabouts of the silver Volkswagon Atlas SUV, and Damien Penner and Terance Naytowhow, on Nov. 25, or in the days immediately prior, and are releasing their names to assist with furthering the ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information should immediately call their local police service. Information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1‐800‐222‐TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com
Update Nov. 26, 5:32 p.m: On Nov. 25, just before 9 p.m., Prince Albert RCMP located two deceased individuals in a vehicle near Highway 355, between Albertville and Meath Park. Further information about these individuals including age and sex will be released in the coming days.
Initial investigation has determined that their deaths are suspicious in nature. Saskatchewan RCMP’s Major Crimes Unit has taken lead of this investigation.
Anyone who witnessed suspicious activity on Highway 355 on Nov. 25, or has information about these deaths, should immediately call their local police service. Information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1‐800‐222‐TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com
Background Nov. 26, 12:17 p.m.: Prince Albert RCMP advise of an increased police presence near Highway 355 in the RM of Garden River, between the communities of Albertville and Meath Park. People are asked to avoid the areas where police are present and follow any police direction provided.
RCMP say they will provide an update with more information as soon as they are able. If an increased risk to public safety is identified, RCMP will notify the public.
