Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
December 10, 2024
North Battleford, Saskatchewan
News release
As a result of continued investigation, on December 12, 2024, Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes located and arrested a male youth in Regina, SK.
A 17-year-old male youth from Saskatoon, SK is charged with:
- one count, manslaughter, Section 236(a), Criminal Code; and
- one count, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88, Criminal Code.
The male youth’s charges were laid in relation to the February 2 death of Jordan Wright from North Battleford. We are unable to identify the male youth as per the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
The male youth appeared in Regina Provincial Court on December 13, 2024.
Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes continue to investigate. Investigators ask anyone with information about Jordan Wright’s death to report it to police immediately 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.
White Butte RCMP assisted in this investigation.
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Backgrounder
Update: Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes investigating homicide in North Battleford
2024-12-09
3:55 p.m.
Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes continued the investigation into the death of 32-year-old Jordan Wright from North Battleford.
As a result of continued investigation, officers arrested an adult male at the Saskatoon Provincial Corrections Centre on December 7.
26-year-old Xavier Lonesinger from North Battleford is charged with one count, first degree murder, Section 235, Criminal Code.
He is scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on December 9, 2024 (Information # 90196219).
The investigation continues. Anyone with information about Jordan Wright’s death should report it to their local police of jurisdiction. Dial 310-RCMP to reach your local RCMP detachment. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes investigating homicide in North Battleford
2024-02-05
2:32 p.m.
On February 2, 2024 at approximately 5:56 p.m., North Battleford RCMP received a report of a shooting at a residence on 93rd Street in North Battleford.
Officers immediately responded and located a 32-year-old injured male, who was later pronounced deceased at the scene by EMS.
Investigation has determined two males entered the house armed with weapons and an altercation took place. A firearm was discharged and the 32-year-old male was injured, he later died of his injuries. The suspects then fled on foot. The North Battleford RCMP searched the area with the assistance of North Battleford Police Dog Services.
Initial investigation has determined that this incident is not believed to be random in nature.
Saskatchewan Major Crimes is investigating the death as a homicide and is releasing the name of the victim to help further the investigation. He is being identified as 32-year-old Jordan Wright of North Battleford. His family has been notified and victim services made available to them.
Police are asking anyone who may have information that would help the investigation call 310-RCMP or 911 in an emergency. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Residents will notice an increased police presence over the next few days as officers continue to investigate.
Further updates will be provided as they become available. Saskatchewan RCMP do not believe there is an imminent public safety risk at this time. If an imminent public safety risk is identified, the public will be notified immediately.