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10/27/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/27/2023 15:23

UPDATE #1: Onion Lake RCMP seek public assistance in whereabouts of Tristan Whitstone

October 27, 2023
Onion Lake, Saskatchewan

News release

On October 26, 2023, Onion Lake RCMP were conducting proactive patrols in Onion Lake. An officer observed Tristan Whitstone in a parked vehicle.

The officer attempted a traffic stop but the vehicle drove away.

Officers followed the vehicle through rural roads for approximately 30 minutes until it pulled over near Marwayne, AB. Tristan Whitstone was arrested without incident on his outstanding warrants. Alberta RCMP's Lloydminster, Elk Point and Vermillion detachments and Lloydminster Police Dog Services assisted in the arrest.

Tristan Whitstone is also charged with one count, flight from peace officer, Section 320.17, Criminal Code.

He is scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on October 27, 2023.

Onion Lake RCMP continue efforts to locate and arrest 21-year-old Shanayah Hill. Report information on her whereabouts to Onion Lake RCMP at 306-344-5550. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

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Backgrounder

WANTED: Onion Lake RCMP seek public assistance in whereabouts of Tristan Whitstone

2023-10-19

On October 16, 2023 at approximately 2:00 p.m., RCMP officers received information that Tristan Whitstone was seen in a red car. Tristan is currently wanted for charges related to a serious assaultthat occurred in the Onion Lake Detachment area in August, 2023.

The red car was located by an RCMP officer at a residence in Onion Lake. When officers approached the residence, two individuals entered the red car - one matching the description of Tristan Whitstone - and fled the scene. Officers followed the car, which stopped and both individuals exited and fled on foot.

Officers engaged in a foot pursuit and arrested the passenger of the vehicle - 23-year-old MacKenzie Cannepotatoe from Onion Lake, Saskatchewan. Cannepotatoe was wanted on warrants out of Onion Lake and North Battleford, Saskatchewan.

As a result of this investigation, Cannepotatoe is charged with:

  • One count of possession of methamphetamine - Section 4(1) CC
  • One count of failure to comply with release order conditions - Section 145(5)(a) CC
  • One count of resisting a peace officer - Section 129(a) CC
  • One count of unauthorized possession of a firearm or restricted firearm - Section 95(b) CC

His next court appearance is November 1, 2023 in Lloydminster Provincial Court.

Tristan Whitstone was not apprehended during the foot pursuit and is still wanted.

As a result of continuing investigation into the incidents on October 16 and other ongoing police investigations, Tristan Whitstone was charged with:

  • One count of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 - Section 354(1)(a) CC
  • One count of flight from police - Section 320.17 CC
  • One count of unauthorized possession of firearm - Section 91(1) CC
  • One count of resisting arrest - Section 129(a) CC
  • One count of uttering threats against a person - Section 264.1(1)(1) CC
  • One count of kidnapping with firearm - Section 279 (1)(a) CC
  • One count of possess weapon for dangerous purpose - Section 88 CC
  • One count of possession of firearm in motor vehicle - Section 94 CC
  • One count of intimidation of a justice system participant - Section 423.1(b) CC
  • One count of possessing firearm knowing unauthorized - Section 92(1) CC

Tristan may be in the Onion Lake area and Onion Lake RCMP are actively working to locate him. Tristan is described as being approximately 6'1" tall, weighing approximately 240 lbs, with brown eyes and black hair.

Officers believe Tristan Whitstone may be with 21-year-old Shanayah Hill. As a result of ongoing police investigation, on October 17, 2023, Shanayah Hill was charged with:

  • One count of uttering threats against a person - Section 264.1(1)(a) CC
  • One count of kidnapping with firearm - Section 279(1)(a) CC
  • One count of possession of firearm in motor vehicle - Section 94 CC
  • One count of intimidation of a justice system participant - Section 423.1(b) CC

ShanayahHill is described as being approximately 5'6" tall, 140 pounds with dark hair.

If you see Tristan Whitstone or Shanayah Hill, do not approach - they may be armed and are considered dangerous. Report information on their whereabouts to Onion Lake RCMP at 306-344-5550. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

Onion Lake RCMP ask the public to report whereabouts of wanted male

2023-10-17

Onion Lake RCMP is asking the public to report sightings and information on the whereabouts of 27-year-old Tristan Whitstone.

Onion Lake RCMP is investigating a serious assault that occurred in the Onion Lake Detachment area in August 2023.

As a result of this investigation, Tristan Whitstone of Onion Lake Cree Nation, SK has been charged with:

  • one count, aggravated sexual assault, Section 273(2)(b), Criminal Code;
  • one count, possession of firearm when knowing possession is unauthorized, Section 92(3)(a), Criminal Code.
  • one count of forcible confinement, section 279(2) of the Criminal Code;
  • one count, uttering threats, Section 264.1(1)(a), Criminal Code.

A warrant has been issued for his arrest. Investigation has determined he may be in the Onion Lake area and Onion Lake RCMP are actively working to locate him.

Tristan is described as being approximately 6'1", weighing approximately 240 lbs, with brown eyes and black hair.

If you see Tristan Whitstone, do not approach. Report information on the whereabouts of Tristan Whitstone to Onion Lake RCMP at 306-344-5550. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.