On September 8, 2023, around 7 a.m., Stoney Nakoda RCMP received a call regarding a disturbance at a residence within the Stoney Nakoda First Nation community. Upon their arrival, the RCMP discovered the body of a 55-year-old male.

Given the suspicious circumstances surrounding the case, the RCMP Major Crimes Unit has taken charge of the investigation.

An autopsy is set to take place at 9 a.m. on Monday, September 11, 2023.

Stoney Nakoda RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance regarding this incident. If anyone has any information regarding this death, please call Cochrane RCMP at 403-851-8000, or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

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