On April 12, the Maskwacis RCMP received a report of a stabbing that occurred in the Samson Cree Nation townsite.

When police arrived, they located a victim who was taken by STARS to hospital with serious injuries.

The Maskwacis RCMP General Investigations Section was deployed and has taken carriage of the investigation.

Witnesses indicate two suspects forced their way into the home earlier where they sprayed the occupants with a mace type substance. They later returned, threatened the victim with a firearm before attacking the victim with an edged weapon.

RCMP continue to attempt to identify the suspects and are asking the public for assistance.

Suspect 1 is described as:

  • Male
  • Medium complexion
  • Taller and Heavy set
  • Wearing a red hoodie and dark pants
  • A photo of this suspect is being provided

Suspect 2 is described as:

  • Male
  • Medium complexion
  • Facial hair including a moustache and goatee
  • Shorter and slim

If anyone has any information about this incident or those responsible, please contact the Maskwacis RCMP Detachment at 780-585-3767. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www. P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.