September 16, 2024
Beardy's and Okemasis' Cree Nation, Saskatchewan
News release
As a result of continued investigation, 20-year-old Clayton Mandes of Beardy's and Okemasis' Cree Nation was charged with one count, manslaughter, section 236(a) of the Criminal Code, in relation to the death of 28-year-old Denzel Cameron of Beardy's and Okemasis' Cree Nation.
Clayton was arrested without incident the morning of September 14 at a residence on Beardy's and Okemasis' Cree Nation. He will appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court on Monday, September 16 at 9:00 a.m.
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2024-09-14
1:30 p.m.
Around 2:20 a.m. September 14, 2024, Rosthern RCMP responded to a report of a weapons incident at a residence on Beardy's and Okemasis' Cree Nation. Initial investigation determined a firearm was discharged inside the residence, resulting in a 28-year-old male being injured. EMS responded and provided initial medical assistance. The male died shortly after.
Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes are investigating with the assistance of Saskatoon and Prince Albert RCMP General Investigation Sections, RCMP Forensic Identification Section, Rosthern RCMP and the Saskatchewan Coroners Service.
No increased risk to public safety is identified at this time. More information will be provided when possible.