Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
As a result of continued investigation, Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes has charged two adult males in relation to the homicide of 31-year-old Lee Bearsears.
27-year-old Craig Fox of Little Pine First Nation was arrested in Regina on June 17, 2024 and has been charged with one count of second-degree murder, Section 235 (1), Criminal Code. He is scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on July 4, 2024.
44-year-old Preston Checkosis of Poundmaker First Nation was arrested in Saskatoon on June 10, 2024 and has been charged with one count of accessory after the fact to murder, Section 240, Criminal Code. He appeared in North Battleford Provincial Court on June 10, 2024.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information should contact Saskatchewan RCMP by dialling 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.