POUNDMAKER CREE NATION, Sask. — Update, Oct. 19: As a result of the continued investigation, Cut Knife RCMP have charged two additional individuals in relation to the Oct. 15 robbery on Poundmaker Cree Nation.
A 38-year-old woman from Poundmaker Cree Nation is charged with one count, robbery with a firearm. On Oct. 16, she was arrested by Cut Knife RCMP at a residence on Poundmaker Cree Nation.
Dalton Checkosis, 32, from Little Pine First Nation is charged with:
- one count, robbery with a firearm;
- one count, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose;
- one count, possession of a firearm when knowing possession unauthorized;
- one count, unauthorized possession of a firearm;
- one count, possession of a firearm/weapon/device/ammunition in motor vehicle; and
- two counts, weapons possession contrary to order.
At this time, Cut Knife RCMP have not located Dalton Checkosis. A warrant has been issued for his arrest.
Dalton Checkosis is described as:
- Height: 5’10”
- Weight: 160 lbs
- Eye colour: brown
- Hair colour and style: black
- Other descriptors: may walk with a limp
A photo of Dalton Checkosis is shown.
Dalton Checkosis is known to frequent the Sweetgrass First Nation area, but his current whereabouts are unknown.
Cut Knife RCMP continue work to locate Dalton Checkosis, Jeremiah Sokwaypnace, and Terri Anne Fox.
If you see Dalton Checkosis, Jeremiah Sokwaypnace, or Terri Anne Fox, do not approach them. Report all sightings and information on their whereabouts to Cut Knife RCMP by calling 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Original post, Oct. 16: Cut Knife RCMP are asking for the public to report all sightings and information on the whereabouts of Jeremiah Sokwaypnace and Terri Anne Fox, who have been charged in relation to a robbery on Poundmaker Cree Nation.
The investigation determined on Oct. 15, around 10 p.m., a male and female threatened a victim with a firearm and stole their vehicle. The victim reported non-life-threatening injuries to police.
Officers later located the stolen vehicle. The suspects have not yet been located.
Following further investigation, 19-year-old Jeremiah Sokwaypnace of North Battleford has been charged with:
- one count, robbery with a weapon;
- one count, assault with a weapon;
- one count, possession of a firearm when knowing possession unauthorized;
- one count, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(1), Criminal Code;
- one count, weapons/firearms possession contrary to order;
- one count, fail to comply with probation order;
- one count, unauthorized possession of a firearm;
- one count, possession of a firearm and ammunition in a motor vehicle;
- one count, uttering threats against a person; and
- one count, assault.
Jeremiah is also wanted by Cut Knife RCMP in relation to a separate investigation.
23-year-old Terri Anne Fox of Sweetgrass First Nation is charged with:
- one count, robbery with a weapon;
- one count, extortion without firearm;
- one count, assault with a weapon;
- one count, forcible confinement; and
- one count, assault.
Cut Kinfe RCMP continue to search for Jeremiah Sokwapnace and Terri Anne Fox and are asking the public to report sightings and information on their whereabouts.
Jeremiah is described as:
- Height: 5 ft 9 in
- Weight: 170 lbs
- Eye colour: brown
- Hair colour and style: short, brown
- Other descriptors: tattoo on left hand
A photo of him is shown.
Jeremiah Sokwaypnace is known to travel to the following areas:
- Cut Knife
- North Battleford
- Lloydminster, Alta.
Terri Anne Fox is described as:
- Height: 5 ft 7 in
- Weight: 130 lbs
- Eye colour: black
- Hair colour and style: black
- Other descriptors: tattoo on face
Photos of her are shown.
Terri Anne Fox is known to travel to the following areas:
- Sweetgrass First Nation
- North Battleford
- Onion Lake
- Lloydminster, Alta.
Cut Knife RCMP continue to investigate.
If you see Jeremiah Sokwaypnace or Terri Anne Fox, do not approach them. Report all sightings and information about the whereabout of Jeremiah Sokwaypnace or Terri Anne Fox to your local police at 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
