Canadian authorities confirmed on Monday the death of Damien Sanderson, 31, who was one of two suspects linked to a deadly attack that left ten people dead and eighteen injured in the Northwest Territories region of Canada. The tragedy prompted swift and ongoing investigations across multiple communities as officers worked to understand the sequence of events and the motives behind the violence.
Officials also disclosed that the second suspect, Myles Sanderson, 30, had not been located since the initial report, and there were growing concerns about his actions and whereabouts. Law enforcement leaders stressed the risk posed by the fugitive, urging residents to remain vigilant and to report any sightings or information to authorities immediately.
Saskatchewan Mounted Police Commissioner Rhonda Blackmore publicly warned that Myles Sanderson could be injured and dangerous, underscoring the seriousness of the threat. She noted that Damien Sanderson’s body had been discovered in a wooded area near a residence on the James Smith Cree Nation Indian Reservation in Saskatchewan, where investigators continued to gather evidence and piece together the timeline of events surrounding the attack.
In statements following the discovery, police described the confrontation between the two brothers as a fatal fight that resulted in Damien Sanderson’s death. Authorities noted that Myles Sanderson has an extensive criminal record involving offenses against persons and property. He faces multiple murder charges and remains at large, with police reiterating that he should not be approached and could be armed.
Saskatchewan’s capital city, Regina, also faced an active search as officers pursued leads about Myles Sanderson’s movements. Regina Police Chief Evan Bray reiterated that information detected on a vehicle in Regina suggested the possibility of the suspect being in the area. He described the information as still relevant and ongoing, with investigators continuing to assess any new tips that may indicate the fugitive’s presence in the city or surrounding regions.
The violent stabbing incident took place on a Sunday in the James Smith Cree Nation, a community housing nearly 1,000 residents, and nearby Weldon, a smaller outpost with around two hundred inhabitants. The attack prompted an outpouring of support for affected families and first responders who treated the injured and secured neighborhoods. Local leaders called for calm and urged residents to cooperate with investigators while acknowledging the community’s need for safety, information, and updates as the case unfolds.