On Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 at approximately 3:30 am, Fox Lake RCMP responded to a weapons complaint at the Fox Lake Nursing Station. RCMP arrived at the Nursing Station where a 19-year-old female resident of Fox Lake was being treated for injuries consistent with a stab wound. Despite life saving efforts by medical staff, the female succumbed to her injuries. The matter was deemed a homicide and RCMP Major Crimes took carriage of the investigation.
RCMP arrested and charged Fox Lake resident Reshawn Peecheemow (19) with manslaughter. Peecheemow was held for Judicial Interim Release hearing and was remanded into custody, with his next court appearance is set for September 10, 2024, in Fort Vermilion.
RCMP send their condolences to the friends and family of the deceased.
Information provided by Fox Lake RCMP