Sask. RCMP investigate suspicious death on Mistawasis First Nation

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

Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes is investigating a suspicious death on Mistawasis First Nation.

At around 6:20 p.m. Thursday, Shellbrook RCMP received a report of a deceased man in a rural area on the First Nation.

Police say they responded and secured the scene, and Major Crimes took over the investigation. The death is considered suspicious.

RCMP say the Saskatchewan Coroners Service is assisting in the investigation and is working to identify the man.

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Police are asking anyone who saw suspicious activity or people in the Mistawasis First Nation or Shellbrook areas between the evening of June 1 and the evening of June 4 to contact RCMP.

Police say there will be an increased presence in the area as the investigation continues.

RCMP say they’re unable to provide additional information and updates will be provided when available.

Mistawasis First Nation is located about 70 kilometres west of Prince Albert.