Cut Knife RCMP are asking the public to report sightings and information on the whereabouts of 19-year-old Jeremiah Sokwaypnace.
On Friday, around 12:30 am, Cut Knife RCMP received a report of an attempted vehicle theft on Poundmaker Cree Nation. Officers responded and determined an armed man approached an occupied truck and attempted to steal it. The victim – who was the driver and sole occupant – fled in the truck, and the armed man fled on foot.
As a result of investigation, 19-year-old Jeremiah Sokwaypnace has been charged with:
- one count, robbery with a weapon
- one count, possession of a firearm when knowing possession unauthorized
- one count, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- two counts, weapons/firearms possession contrary to order
- two counts, fail to comply with probation order
- one count, unauthorized possession of a firearm
- one count, possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle
Jeremiah is described as:
- Height: 5 ft 9 in
- Weight: 170 lbs
- Eye colour: brown
- Hair colour and style: short brown hair
- Other descriptors: tattoo on left hand
He may be driving a black Dodge 1500 truck.
Jeremiah Sokwaypnace is known to travel to Cut Knife, North Battleford, and Lloydminster.
Cut Knife RCMP continue to investigate.
If you see Jeremiah, do not approach him. He may be armed and is considered dangerous. Report all sightings and information about the whereabout of Jeremiah Sokwaypnace to your local police at 310-RCMP, or Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
