On October 22, 2024, just after 12:00 am, Powerview RCMP responded to a call of two males with a firearm walking in the community.
Officers began patrols immediately and spotted a running vehicle parked in front of a residence with two occupants inside. As officers approached the vehicle, they noticed a rifle in the back seat.
Melvin Courchene, 26, and a 32-year-old male were both arrested without incident, and the firearm was seized. At that time, officers became aware there was still another male inside the residence with a firearm.
Officers on scene contained the residence, and requested assistance from the RCMP Emergency Response Team (ERT). A warrant to enter the residence was granted, ERT responded, and the suspect, Isaiah Morrisseau, 39, surrendered without incident.
Isaiah Morrisseau is charged with:
-Possession of Firearm when Knowing Possession Unauthorized
-Weapons Possession Contrary to Order and Fail to Surrender Authorization
-Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
Melvin Courchene is charged with:
-Possession of Firearm when Knowing Possession Unauthorized
-Possession of a Firearm in Motor Vehicle
-Weapons Possession Contrary to Order and Fail to Surrender Authorization x2
The 32-year-old male was arrested for:
-Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
-Possession of a Firearm Ammunition in Motor Vehicle
Morrisseau and Courchene have been remanded, while the 32-year-old male was released on conditions and cannot be named.
The investigation continues.