Rose Valley RCMP seize firearms at residence on Yellow Quill First Nation

Rose Valley RCMP seized seven firearms during a search of a Yellow Quill First Nation property, including one semi-automatic model, two air rifles, and ammunition on Aug. 31. --- Supplied photo

The Rose Valley RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence on Yellow Quill First Nation as part of an ongoing investigation Monday.

Police said officers located and seized seven firearms during a search of the property, including one semi-automatic model, two air rifles, and ammunition. 

Officials said Rose Valley RCMP arrested two men at the property. 

Police said as a result of the investigation, 23-year-old Kynan Desjarlais from Yellow Quill First Nation has been charged with 30 offences including possession of restricted firearm/prohibited weapon with ammo without license/registration, possession of weapon for dangerous purpose, weapons possession contrary to order and fail to surrender authorization. 

Police said Desjarlais was also arrested on a warrant from Rose Valley RCMP for charges including assault with a weapon, discharge a firearm with intent, using a firearm in the commission of an offence, and robbery with firearm. Police said the charges were laid in relation to an investigation in June 2026 on Yellow Quill First Nation.

Desjarlais appeared in Yorkton Provincial Court Tuesday.

The second man was released without charge and the Rose Valley RCMP continue to investigate.

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