On October 13, 2024 at approximately 7 p.m., Loon Lake RCMP received a report of a firearm discharge on Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation. Officers immediately responded.
Officers investigated and determined no injuries were associated with the report.
During the course of investigation, an officer was out of their police vehicle taking statements. An ATV with a male driver and female passenger suddenly drove toward the officer at high speed. The officer had to quickly move out of the way to avoid being struck. The ATV then fled.
The officer did not report physical injuries.
The next day, officers were patrolling on Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation. They observed the ATV from the previous night's incident. Officers attempted to stop the ATV but it fled.
As a result of continued investigation, 31-year-old Christian Mitsuing from Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation is charged with:
- two counts, operation while prohibited, Section 320.18(1)(a), Criminal Code;
- one count, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, Section 320.13(1), Criminal Code;
- one count, assault with weapon on police officer, Section 270(1)(a), Criminal Code; and
- one count, flight from peace officer, Section 320.13, Criminal Code.
A warrant has been issued for his arrest and Loon Lake RCMP is actively working to locate him. Investigators ask members of the public to report all sightings of Christian Mitsuing and information on his whereabouts.
Christian Mitsuing is described as approximately 5'10" and 180 lbs. He has black hair and brown eyes. He has numerous small tattoos on his face.
If you see Christian Mitsuing, do not approach him. Call Loon Lake 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.