Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
On November 25, 2023 at approximately 1:15 a.m., La Ronge RCMP received a report of an unresponsive male at a residence on the Lac La Ronge Indian Band in the community of Kitsaki.
Officers immediately responded and located a deceased male. The deceased has been identified as 31-year-old Wilfred Ballantyne from Pelican Narrows, Saskatchewan. His family has been notified and Victim Services has been engaged to provide support.
As a result of investigation by Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes, 22-year-old Mary Bird from La Ronge is charged with one count, second degree murder, Section 235(1), Criminal Code.
She is scheduled to appear in La Ronge Provincial Court on November 27, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
RCMP Major Crimes continues to investigate and an increased police presence will continue in the community.
Anyone with information about this homicide, should contact their local police service of jurisdiction immediately. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.