BIG RIVER - On March 7 at approximately 1 a.m., Big River RCMP received a report of an altercation at a residence on Big River First Nation.
The police investigation determined a male approached a residence and threatened the occupants with a knife and a firearm. No injuries were reported.
The male then fled in a black Chevrolet Equinox with Saskatchewan license plate 200 LKH, which had been reported as stolen to Big River RCMP on Feb. 25. There were three or four unknown passengers in the SUV.
Officers located the SUV on Highway 793 and attempted a traffic stop. The SUV did not stop. Officers continued efforts to locate the SUV, which fled toward the Ahtahakoop Cree Nation/Spiritwood area at a high rate of speed. Officers immediately advised Ahtahkakoop/Shellbrook and Spiritwood RCMP detachments to be on the lookout for the vehicle. It was not located.
As a result of continued investigation, Big River RCMP has charged 27-year-old Brandon Whitefish from Big River First Nation with two counts, pointing a firearm, two counts, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, possession of a firearm knowing possession is unauthorized,
using a firearm in the commission of an offence, being unlawfully in a dwelling, uttering threats, and failing to comply with a release order condition.
A warrant has been issued for his arrest and Big River RCMP are actively working to locate him.
Brandon Whitefish is approximately five foot nine and 170 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He has a tattoo of a ‘B’ on the side of his face.
If you see Brandon Whitefish or the black Chevrolet Equinox, do not approach. Report information on the whereabouts of Brandon Whitefish, the SUV and its occupants, or this incident to Big River RCMP at 306-469-2590. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or .
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