RCMP authorities have apprehended an individual in Montreal regarding the investigation into the homicide of Hayven Francis from Elsipogtog First Nation. The arrest of a 27-year-old man took place at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport as he attempted to board a flight to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, as stated in an RCMP press release on Friday. Although the man’s identity was not disclosed, he is currently under custody and is set to appear in court in Montreal on Saturday.
Earlier in the week, RCMP responded to reports around 1:50 a.m. on Tuesday of a man being shot outside a residence on Ball Park Street in Elsipogtog. Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered the deceased body of a 21-year-old man identified as Hayven Francis. Subsequently, RCMP issued an Alert Ready message to the community, urging residents to remain indoors and secure their doors while a search was conducted for a potentially armed and dangerous suspect. Elsipogtog First Nation is situated approximately 91 kilometers north of Moncton.