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UPDATED: Melfort RCMP hunting vehicle connected to abduction on Sturgeon Lake First Nation

Nov 12, 2026 | 10:26 AM

Update: Nov. 12, 10:12 a.m.

Melfort RCMP are currently patrolling the rural area between Kinistino, Birch Hills, Yellow Creek, and Crystal Springs in search of the black Chrysler 300 with Saskatchewan plate 001 PNG.

Reports have been made that the vehicle is entering properties for unlawful reasons.

Officers last saw the vehicle driving south on Highway 20, starting from Highway 3 near Birch Hills about 9:50 a.m. The vehicle was previously reported to involved in an abduction on Wednesday morning on Sturgeon Lake First Nation.

Anyone who sees it is asked to call 310-RCMP (7267).

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Update: Nov. 11, 6:02 p.m.

Shaylynn Ermine has been found safe.

RCMP stated as this investigation is still unfolding, they will provide further updates when they are available.

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The Prince Albert RCMP are investigating a report of a vehicle theft where a 29-year-old woman was reportedly abducted.

The incident occurred on the morning Nov. 11.

Around 10:07 a.m., a Red Dodge Caravan was traveling on Highway 788, north of Sturgeon Lake First Nation when it was stolen.

The driver, according to family, was dropped off in a nearby community and she was found safe and sound. This was not confirmed by police.

Police are also looking for a second vehicle of interest, a black 2005 Chrysler 300 with a spare tire on the back passenger door and license plate 001 PNG.

There are four suspects who had face coverings. No other description is available at this time.

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panews@pattisonmedia.com