By Liam Verster

High Prairie Homicide

Homicide investigation underway after man killed in Joussard area shooting

Apr 3, 2021 | 3:36 PM

An investigation into a homicide that occurred at the Joussard Sand Pits has been launched.

High Prairie RCMP responded to the scene on April 3, 2021 at around 3:41 a.m. following reports of gunshots.

Upon their arrival, officers found three individuals who had received gunshot wounds.

One of the victims, a 19-year-old male from Sucker Creek First Nation, died as a result of his injuries. The other two victims, a 21-year-old and a youth, both males from Sucker Creek First Nation, are receiving medical attention.

RCMP Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation.

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Police have little information on a potential suspect or suspects, although they do believe this was a targeted attack.

An increased police presence is operating in the area, and residents are asked to be extra vigilant in reporting any suspicious activity as the investigation continues.

Anyone with information on the shooting or the suspect(s) is asked to call the High Prairie RCMP detachment at 780-523-3378. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or the P3 Tips website or app.