Punnichy RCMP investigating after multiple guns stolen on Muskowekwan First Nation

An RCMP detachment can be seen in this file photo. (David Prisciak/CTV News)

RCMP in Punnichy are investigating after a break-in resulted in several guns being stolen from a home on Muskowekwan First Nation.

On Friday, July 4, RCMP officers responded to a home on the First Nation following a reported break and enter. Officers discovered that a suspect or suspects broke into the home and caused “extensive damage.”

The suspect or suspects also stole a dark grey gun cabinet containing four guns. The firearms are described as a .308 bolt-action rifle, a .22 pump rifle, a 12-gauge Weatherby shotgun and a 16-gauge double-barrel shotgun.

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A hunting knife and ammunition were also stolen from the home. Punnichy RCMP believe the break-in occurred sometime on July 4 between 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

The investigation into the incident continues.

Anyone with information about the incident or who witnessed any suspicious activity on the First Nation on the afternoon of July 4 is asked to contact Punnichy RCMP or submit an anonymous tip to Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers.

Muskowekwan First Nation is located approximately 140 kilometres north of Regina.