HISTORIC SEXUAL ASSAULT CHARGES LAID

(Attawapiskat & Moosonee, ON) – Police arrested and charged a 67-year-old man connected to an ongoing investigation into historic sexual assaults in Attawapiskat First Nation and Moosonee.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service’s Crime Unit began an investigation in November of 2024.

The investigation identified three victims, with alleged assaults occurring between 1971 and 1994. The victims were between the ages of four- and 17-years-old at the time of the incidents.

As a result of continued investigation, police arrested and charged George HOOKIMAW, 67, of Attawapiskat First Nation, on Tuesday, March 18. He now faces charges of:

• Indecent Assault x 3

• Gross Indecency x 3

• Sexual Assault x 2

• Sexual Exploitation  

He appeared for a bail hearing on Wednesday, March, 19 and was released with conditions and a future appearance date.

Members of the NAPS Crime Unit continue to investigate and believe there may be more victims who have yet to come forward.

If you believe you may have been a victim, or have information that could assist investigators, please call investigators at (705) 272-5600 ext. 103, or email Tanner.Charette@naps.ca or Bradley.Skrzypek@naps.ca.

TWO ARRESTED, COCAINE SEIZED IN WEBEQUIE FIRST NATION

(Webequie, ON) – Police arrested two people following a drug trafficking investigation in Webequie First Nation this week.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service’s Intelligence Unit, and NAPS Emergency Response Team, executed a search warrant at a residential address in Webequie First Nation in the morning hours of Thursday, March 20.

The warrant was obtained as a result of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation by members of the NAPS Central Drug Enforcement Unit.

A search of the home led to the seizure of suspected cocaine, cash, and paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking.

Two suspects were located in the home, and taken into custody without incident.  

An 18-year-old male from Webequie First Nation, is charged with:

• Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

• Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

A 43-year-old female from Webequie First Nation, is charged with:

• Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

• Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

Both have been released from custody with conditions and future court appearance dates.

The names of accused individuals are withheld until charges against them have been sworn before the courts.

IMPAIRED MOTORIST ARRESTED AFTER DRIVING THROUGH STOP SIGNS

 (Kasabonika Lake, ON) – Police arrested a suspected impaired motorist after he was observed driving through stop signs in the community of Kasabonika Lake Wednesday evening.

A member of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Kasabonika Lake First Nation detachment was on general patrol in the community in the evening hours of Wednesday, March 5, when they observed a motorist driving a pick-up truck through stop signs without coming to a complete stop.

The officer conducted a traffic stop and approached the male driver.

During their interaction, the officer observed several signs the motorist was impaired by alcohol.

The officer completed an arrest of the accused after a brief struggle.

A 32-year-old male from Kasabonika Lake First Nation, is charged with:

• Operation of a Motor Vehicle while Impaired

• Obstruct Peace Officer

The accused has since been released from police custody with conditions and a future appearance date.

The names of accused individuals are withheld until charges against them have been formally sworn before the courts.

FATAL HOUSE FIRE IN SANDY LAKE FIRST NATION UNDER INVESTIGATION

(Sandy Lake, ON) – Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding a house fire and sudden death in Sandy Lake First Nations.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Sandy Lake First Nation detachment received a walk-in report at the detachment in the afternoon hours of Tuesday, Feb. 25, about a home on fire near the community’s Northern Store.

When police arrived on scene they observed the home to be completely engulfed in flames. Community firefighters also arrived on scene and worked to extinguish the blaze.

Police learned two people had escaped from the home, and were transported to the community nursing station for further evaluation and treatment of their injuries. Those injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

A third occupant remained unaccounted for.

Members of the NAPS Crime Unit are now involved in the continued investigation. Members of the Ontario Office of the Fire Marshal, and OPP were also involved in the investigation.  

On Wednesday, Feb. 26, human remains were located at the scene. Investigators, with the assistance of the Coroner’s Office, are now working toward identifying the deceased.  

The investigation remains ongoing.

SANDY LAKE FIRST NATION MAN FACES AGGRAVATED ASSAULT CHARGE

(Sandy Lake, ON) – Police arrested a male following a serious assault in Sandy Lake First Nation Thursday afternoon.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Sandy Lake First Nation detachment received a call for service in the afternoon hours of Thursday, Feb. 20 regarding a serious assault that had recently occurred at a residential address in the community.

When police arrived at the scene, they located an adult male victim who appeared to have serious injuries consistent with a recent assault.

The victim was transported to the community nursing station before being sent to a hospital in Winnipeg for further evaluation and treatment of their injuries. The exact extent of those injuries is unknown, but are not believed to be life-threatening.

As a result of continued investigation, police identified, located, and arrested a male suspect without incident.

Marek IGNACE, 18, of Sandy Lake First Nation, is charged with:

• Aggravated Assault

He appeared in court for a bail hearing on Friday, Feb. 21, and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

ASSAULT SUSPECT ARRESTED IN FORT SEVERN FIRST NATION

(FORT SEVERN, ON) – Police arrested a female suspect following an alleged stabbing incident in Fort Severn First Nation Friday morning.  

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Fort Severn First Nation detachment were dispatched to a residential address in the early morning hours of Friday, Feb. 21, following reports of a disturbance.

When officers arrived, they learned an alleged stabbing had taken place, and a male victim had been transported to the community nursing station for evaluation and treatment of injuries they sustained.

As a result of continued investigation, police identified a female suspect. The suspect was located and taken into custody within an hour of the initial call for service.

Janelle Tenecia BLUECOAT, 29, of Fort Severn First Nation, is charged with:

• Aggravated Assault

• Failure to Comply with Undertaking x 3

She appeared in court for a bail hearing on Friday, Feb. 21, and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

ASSAULT SUSPECT ARRESTED IN WEBEQUIE FIRST NATION

(Webequie, ON) – Police arrested a male following a stabbing incident in Webequie First Nation earlier this week.  

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Webequie First Nation detachment were dispatched to an area near the community’s school in the afternoon hours of Tuesday, Feb. 18 following reports of a disturbance possibly involving weapons.

When police arrived at the scene, they learned a stabbing incident had allegedly occurred and that a victim had been transported to the nursing station for further evaluation and treatment of injuries they sustained.

The exact extent of the victim’s injuries is unknown, but are believed to be serious but non-life threatening.

As a result of continued investigation, police identified a male suspect.

The suspect turned himself in to police in the afternoon hours of Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Kurtis Shawn Ernest SHEWAYBICK, 31, of Webequie First Nation, is charged with:

• Assault with a Weapon

• Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

He appeared in bail court on Thursday, Feb. 20 and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

COCAINE SEIZED AMID SEARCH IN KEEWAYWIN FIRST NATION

(Keewaywin, ON) – Police arrested three people, including a Winnipeg man, after seizing cocaine and cash from a home in Keewaywin First Nation Friday.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service’s Intelligence Unit and Emergency Response Team executed a search warrant at a residential address in Keewaywin First Nation in the morning hours of Friday, Jan. 31.

The warrant was obtained as a result of an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking activity within the community of Keewaywin First Nation.

As a result of their search, police located and seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, cash, and paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking.

Three suspects, including a male from Winnipeg, was located and arrested at the scene without incident.

Habte TEGEGNA, 26, of Winnipeg, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

Kyler Kris KAKEKAGUMICK, 27, of Keewaywin First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

Lexus FROGG, 22, of Keewaywin First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

FROGG and KAKEKAGUMICK were released with conditions and a future appearance date. TEGEGNA appeared in court for a bail hearing on Feb. 1 and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

TWO ARRESTED FOLLOWING BREAK-IN AND ASSAULT

(Aroland, ON) – Two suspects have been arrested following a recent break-and-enter and sexual assault incident in Aroland First Nation.  

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Aroland First Nation detachment received a call for service in the afternoon hours of Tuesday, Jan. 28, regarding a break-and-enter and destruction to property at a residential address.

An investigation revealed that masked male suspects had entered the home through forced entry in the early morning hours of Jan. 28.

While inside the home, the suspects attacked and sexually assaulted a male resident and destroyed their property.

As a result of continued investigation, police identified, located and arrested two suspects on Thursday, Jan. 30.  

Robert BOUCHER, 45, of Aroland First Nation, is charged with:

·         Break and Enter a Dwelling House with Intent to Commit Indictable Offence

·         Mischief Under $5,000

·         Sexual Assault with a Weapon

·         Forcible Confinement

·         Disguise with Intent

Darryl Joseph Ricky NATE, 22, of Aroland First Nation, is charged with  

·         Break and Enter a Dwelling House with Intent to Commit Indictable Offence

·         Mischief Under $5,000 x 2

·         Sexual Assault with a Weapon

·         Forcible Confinement

·         Disguise with Intent

Both appeared for a bail hearing on Friday, Jan. 31, and were remanded into custody with future court appearance dates.

The investigation remains ongoing.

SPIKE IN CYBERBULLYING MAJOR CONCERN WITHIN NORTHERN COMMUNITIES

(Thunder Bay, ON) – The Nishnawbe Aski Police Service is issuing a public safety advisory about ongoing and increasing incidents of cyberbullying.  

In recent weeks, NAPS has observed an apparent spike in incidents related to cyberbullying in many of the 34 Northern Ontario communities it serves. This is incredibly alarming, especially because of the known links between cyberbullying and youth suicide.

The public has become more aware of this connection following the highly publicized and tragic case of Amanda Todd, who faced intense cyberbullying before she died to suicide in 2012.  

Suicide rates are an estimated six times higher for First Nations youth compared to non-Indigenous youth in Canada. In remote and far north communities, these rates are believed to be 11 times higher.

NAPS would like to encourage parents, teachers, and guardians to speak to their children about cyberbullying and its potentially tragic consequences.

If you believe your child is a victim of cyberbullying, please report it to your community’s NAPS detachment.

These incidents will be taken seriously and thoroughly investigated.

POLICE SEIZE METHAMPHETAMINE, ARREST TWO IN ATTAWAPISKAT

(Attawapiskat, ON) – Police arrested two suspects and seized suspected methamphetamine pills and crystal methamphetamine following the search of a home in Attawapiskat First Nation Friday.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service’s Intelligence Unit, with assistance from front-line officers working out of the Attawapiskat detachment, NAPS Emergency Response Team, members of the OPP, and the Timmins Police Service’s Drug Enforcement Unit, executed a search warrant at a residential address in the community of Attawapiskat First Nation in the morning hours of Friday, Jan. 10.

The warrant was obtained as a result of an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking activity from that address.

When officers entered the home, they located and arrested two suspects without incident.

As a result of their search, police located and seized a quantity of suspected methamphetamine pills, crystal methamphetamine, cash, and paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking.

The estimated street value of drugs seized totals more than $35,000 CAD.  

Jonathan TOOKATE, 44, of Attawapiskat First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Methamphetamine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Crystal Methamphetamine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000

Sarah TOOKATE, 76, of Attawapiskat First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Methamphetamine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Crystal Methamphetamine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000

Sarah TOOKATE was released with conditions and a future court appearance date.

Jonathan TOOKATE appeared for a bail hearing on Saturday, Jan. 11 and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

MAN INJURED AFTER FIGHTING OFF POLAR BEAR FROM ATTACKING WIFE

(Fort Severn, ON) – The man who leapt onto a polar bear to protect his wife from being mauled is recovering from serious injuries to his arm and legs, but is expected to recover.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Fort Severn First Nation detachment were dispatched to a residential address in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Dec. 3 following reports of gunfire.

Police were also made aware of a possible bear sighting in the same area.

When police arrived on scene they located a deceased polar bear and learned an adult male had been transported to the community nursing station to have his injuries assessed and treated.

Following an investigation, police learned a couple – an adult male and adult female – had exited their home before 5 a.m. to find their dogs. While in the driveway of their home, a polar bear lunged at the woman.

The woman slipped to ground as her husband leapt onto the animal to prevent its attack. The bear then attacked the male, causing serious but non-life-threatening injuries to his arm and legs.

During the attack, a neighbour arrived with a firearm and shot the bear several times. The bear retreated to a nearby wooded area where it died from its injuries.

Police continued to patrol the area to ensure no other bears were roaming the community.  

ONE ARRESETED AFTER STANDOFF IN MOOSE FACTORY

(Moose Factory, ON) – Police have arrested a male suspect following a standoff at a Moose Factory First Nation home Sunday.

A member of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Moose Factory First Nation detachment was on general patrol in the early afternoon hours of Sunday, Dec. 1 when they were made aware of a potential assault that had just occurred.

Police learned a male accused allegedly attempted to stab another male. Police identified a suspect, and observed him enter a home on Small Street in Moose Factory First Nation.

Police learned the accused was in possession of an edged weapon, and had barricaded himself inside the home. In an effort to maintain public safety, a containment area was established.

The accused eventually exited the home and was taken into custody before 1 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 1.

Nelson Paul SMALL, 43, of Moose Factory First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·         Assault with a Weapon

He appeared in bail court on Monday, Dec. 2 and was released with conditions and a future court appearance date.

MALE ARRESTED FOLLOWING FIREARM INCIDENT IN MOOSE FACTORY

(Moose Factory, ON) – Police arrested a male following an alleged incident involving a firearm in Moose Factory First Nation Saturday.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Moose Factory First Nation detachment received a call for service regarding an incident involving a firearm on Saturday, Nov. 30.

An investigation revealed a male suspect was possibly armed with a firearm inside a Moose Factory First Nation home. The suspect is alleged to have become violent and made threats to two other occupants of the home.

During this incident, it is alleged the accused pointed a firearm toward one of the victims.

The male suspect was located and taken into custody in the evening hours of Saturday, Nov. 30.

William WAPACHEE, 28, of Moose Factory First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·         Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm

·         Pointing a Firearm

He appeared for a bail hearing on Sunday, Dec. 1, and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

ATTEMPTED FIRE OF ATV LEADS TO ARSON CHARGE

(Constance Lake, ON) – Police arrested a male suspect Tuesday in connection with an ongoing arson investigation in Constance Lake First Nation.

 Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Constance Lake First Nation detachment received a call for service in the late afternoon hours of Saturday, Nov. 16, regarding an arson that had just occurred.

Police learned an adult male suspect had poured fuel on an ATV and attempted to set it on fire.

When officers arrived on scene they observed signs of spilled fuel and evidence of a recent fire near an ATV.

The vehicle was located directly next to a home at the time of the alleged incident.

As a result of continued investigation, police identified, located, and arrested an accused without incident.

Timothy Kevin JR WESLEY, 34, of Constance Lake First Nation is charged with:

·         Arson – Damage to Property 

He appeared for a bail hearing on Wednesday, Nov. 20, and was released with conditions and a future court appearance date.

THREE ARRESTED, CHARGED WITH AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

(Mishkeegogamang, ON) – Three suspects have been arrested, including two youths, following an aggravated assault investigation in Mishkeegogamang First Nation.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Mishkeegogamang First Nation detachment received a call for service in the evening hours of Wednesday, Nov. 6 regarding a possible assault in progress on Johnson Avenue.

When police arrived, they located a possible crime scene and learned an adult male victim had been assaulted by multiple suspects. 

The male was transported to the health clinic for further evaluation and treatment of their injuries. The exact extent of the victim’s injuries is not known at this time, and are believed to be serious but non-life threatening.

As a result of continued investigation, three suspects were identified. They were located, and arrested without incident, in the afternoon hours of Thursday, Nov. 7.

Members of the NAPS Northwest Crime Unit are now involved in the continued investigation.

A 17-year-old male from Mishkeegogamang First Nation is charged with:

·         Aggravated Assault

·         Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

Andrew Shane WESLEY, 27, of Mishkeegogamang First Nation, is charged with:

·         Aggravated Assault

·         Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

A 15-year-old male from Mishkeegogamang First Nation is charged with:

·         Aggravated Assault

·         Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

The identities of the youth accused are being withheld in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

All three accused in bail court on Friday, Nov. 8. Both youth accused were released with conditions and future appearance dates. WESLEY was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

The investigation remains ongoing.

NEARLY $400K IN DRUGS SEIZED DURING SEARCH IN APITIPI ANICINAPEK NATION

(Apitipi Anicinapek, ON) – Police arrested a suspect connected to ongoing drug trafficking in Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, and seized nearly $400,000 worth of illicit drugs, following the search of a home Thursday.  

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service’s Intelligence Unit, with support from the NAPS Emergency Response Team, and Timmins Police Service Drug Unit, and OPP Community Street Crime Unit, executed a pair of search warrants at a residential property on Concession Road in Apitipi Anicinapek Nation on Thursday, Nov. 7.

The warrant was obtained as a result of suspected drug trafficking activity from that home.

When police entered they located arrested a male suspect.

Meanwhile, a female relative of the suspect arrived at the home and confronted police officers. Police attempted to deescalate, however, despite these efforts the woman assaulted an officer at the scene.

She was taken into custody without further incident.

Following the search of the home, police located and seized: A quantity of crystal methamphetamine, methamphetamine pills, fentanyl, cocaine, Ritalin, oxycodone, MDMA, 26 long guns including a sawed-off shotgun, cash, and paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking.

The estimated street value of drugs seized totals more than $385,000.

Jay BABIN, 30, of Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Methamphetamine for the Purpose of Trafficking x 2

·         Possession of Fentanyl for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Oxycodone for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of N-Methyl-3,4-Methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDMA) for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Methylphenidate (Ritalin) for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon

·         Unauthorized Possession of a Restricted Firearm

·         Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

Cynthia DIAMOND, 50, of Matheson, Ont., is charged with:

·         Assault Peace Officer

DIAMOND has since been released with conditions and a future appearance date.

BABIN appeared in bail court on Friday, Nov. 8 and was released with conditions and a future appearance date.

MALE ARRESTED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT, ASSAULT

(Sandy Lake, ON) – Police arrested a male suspect Thursday amid an investigation into multiple incidents of assault and sexual assault that occurred between March and October in Sandy Lake First Nation.  

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Sandy Lake First Nation detachment became aware on Wednesday, Nov. 6 about a series of sexual assault incidents that had occurred between March and late October of 2024.  

The incidents involved one male suspect and one female victim.

Police learned the victim and accused were in a relationship at the time of the incidents.

Upon further investigation, police learned the victim had been allegedly sexually assaulted on five occasions, and physically assaulted twice.

Members of the NAPS Northwest Crime Unit are now involved in the ongoing investigation.

In the afternoon hours of Thursday, Nov. 7, police located and arrested the accused without incident.  

An 18-year-old male of Sandy Lake First Nation is charged with:

·         Sexual Assault x 5

·         Assault x 2

Due to a number of the incidents occurring while the accused was a youth, the identity is being withheld in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

The name of the accused is also being withheld to protect the identity of the victim.

The accused appeared in bail court on Friday, Nov. 8 and was released with a future court appearance date.

DRUGS, FIREARMS AND CASH SEIZED FROM FORT HOPE HOME

(Fort Hope, ON) – Police arrested five suspects, seized drugs and firearms following a search of a Fort Hope First Nation home Sunday.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service’s Intelligence Unit and Emergency Response Team, with assistance from frontline officers working from the Fort Hope First Nations detachment, executed a search warrant at a residential address in that community in the morning hours of Sunday, Oct. 27.

The warrant was obtained as a result of an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking activity from that address.

As a result of the search, police located and seized a quantity of suspected Oxycodone pills, cocaine, two firearms, about $18,000 CAD in cash, and paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking.

Four suspects were arrested at the scene without incident.

Samson WABANO, 18, of Fort Hope First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Oxycodone for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

Maria WABANO, 18, of Fort Hope First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Oxycodone for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

Robert Aaron Craig WABANO, 39, of Fort Hope First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Oxycodone for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

·         Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm x 3

·         Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition x 3

Tyra Ricki Michelle WABANO, 20, of Fort Hope First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Oxycodone for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

Sophia June Esther YELLOWHEAD, 38, of Fort Hope First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Oxycodone for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

·         Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm x 3

·         Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition x 3

Samson WABANO appeared for a bail hearing on Monday, Oct. 28 and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

The other suspects were released from custody with conditions and future court appearance dates.

CRYSTAL METHEMPHETAMINE SEIZED IN CONSTANCE LAKE FIRST NATION

(Constance Lake, ON) – Police laid a drug trafficking charges and seized a quantity of suspected Crystal Methamphetamine from a male who appeared to be violating numerous court orders Monday. 

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working from the Constance Lake First Nation detachment responded to a call for service regarding a missing ATV battery on Monday, Oct. 21.

During their investigation, officers came into contact with a male who appeared to be in violation of conditional release orders.

The male was taken into custody as a result.

Further investigation revealed the male was also in possession of a quantity of suspected Crystal Methamphetamine. Police seized the drugs as evidence for an ongoing drug trafficking investigation.

Chance Silverjay MATTINAS, 29, of Constance Lake First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Methamphetamine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Failure to Comply with Release Order x 5

He appeared for a bail hearing on Tuesday, Oct. 22 and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.