🔥 Trending RCMP Detachment in Saskatchewan Destroyed by Fire

In Saskatchewan, there have been a few notable incidents involving RCMP detachments and their operations recently.

Morse RCMP Detachment Fire

On a Sunday, the Morse RCMP detachment was destroyed by a fire. Authorities have stated that the fire is not believed to be suspicious. Despite the incident, policing services in the area are expected to continue ³.

Investigation into Use of Force at Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation

The Saskatchewan RCMP has requested the province's independent police watchdog to investigate an arrest that occurred on the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation. This decision came after a video of the incident, showing two RCMP officers arresting a woman on July 27, circulated widely on social media and went viral ¹⁴. The video depicts an RCMP officer punching a woman several times in the face ⁶.

Initially, the RCMP had reviewed the incident, including body-worn camera footage, and determined that the officers' use of force was reasonable ². However, they later reversed this position and called for an independent investigation ¹. The family of the woman arrested has questioned the use of force during the incident ⁴⁶.

Homicide Investigations in Saskatchewan RCMP Jurisdiction

As of 2026, the Saskatchewan RCMP jurisdiction has seen 20 homicides, an increase compared to 14 during the same period last year. One additional homicide occurred in the File Hills First Nations Police Service jurisdiction, with the Saskatchewan RCMP taking full charge of that investigation. Out of these homicides, charges have been laid in 15 cases, while six investigations remain ongoing ⁵.