One individual has died, and another is currently unaccounted for in a secluded area to the south of Black Lake Denesuline First Nation, according to the RCMP. The local authorities were informed on Sunday at around 11 a.m. that two hunters had not returned from their expedition as anticipated. In response, community members initiated a search for the missing individuals, as stated in a news release by the police on Monday afternoon.
Subsequently, the Black Lake RCMP received information about the discovery of a man’s body in close proximity to an unoccupied boat in the water, situated south of the community. The press release confirmed that the body belonged to one of the hunters who had been reported missing.
Law enforcement officials have indicated that they do not suspect any foul play in the death. The Saskatchewan Coroners Service will be responsible for determining the exact cause of death. Presently, community members continue their efforts to locate the whereabouts of the remaining individual.