*This story has been updated as of 4:48 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16*
RRCMP are investigating after a multiple stabbing incident on Big River First Nation on Saturday.
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating three stabbing incidents that occurred in Big River First Nation. Investigators are trying to determine if these incidents are random in nature. Two victims were taken to hospital for treatment.
Saskatchewan RCMP are asking the public to notify police if they see 29-year-old Ryan Lachance, who is wanted by Big River RCMP on an arrest warrant. Ryan Lachance is approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. Lachance has brown eyes and brown hair. Ryan has a teardrop tattoo under his left eye. He was last seen wearing a black hoodie with a large white logo and black pants.
The suspect is considered armed and dangerous, so you should not approach him. If you see him, call the police immediately by dialing 911 in an emergency, or 310-RCMP if the situation is not urgent.
According to a press release, Big River RCMP received reports to a stabbing on Big River First Nation at around 3:50 p.m. on Feb. 15. Investigators say an altercation occurred between a male and a female. As a result, the female was injured. The female victim was taken to hospital with injuries described as non-life threatening.
At approximately 4:00 p.m., Big River RCMP received a report that a stabbing had occurred at a second residence on Big River First Nation. Investigation determined a group of people entered the residence and stabbed a male. The injured male was taken to hospital with injuries described as non-life threatening.
At approximately 4:20 p.m., Big River RCMP received a report of a male who was stabbed on Big River First Nation. Officers responded and located the male at a third residence on Big River First Nation. The male was transported by STARS to hospital for treatment of his injuries.
While officers were responding to the third stabbing, they received a report of an attempted armed robbery with a machete in Victoire, just south of Big River. Investigation determined a male approached a vehicle and threatened the driver. The driver exited the vehicle and fled. The male suspect was unable to steal the vehicle and fled on foot in an unknown direction.
Saskatchewan RCMP continue to investigate.
The last confirmed sighting of Ryan Lachance was around 5:30 p.m. on February 15, in the Victoire area. He may be in a stolen black KIA Optima with Saskatchewan license plate 649 NPP OR a grey BMW SUV, but this is not confirmed.
If you see Ryan Lachance, the black KIA Optima, or the grey BMW SUV, call your local police immediately. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
RCMP say there is an increased police presence in Big River First Nation as part of this investigation. People are asked to avoid areas where police officers are present and to follow all directions given by police.
