NORTH BATTLEFORD – Battlefords RCMP are asking the public to report sightings of Mia Starchief, who is wanted as a result of an investigation into an assault that occurred in North Battleford.
On Jan. 31 at around 8:30 p.m., Battlefords RCMP were called to reports of two injured persons in the downtown area of North Battleford.
Battlefords RCMP immediately responded and located an injured adult male and female. They were both taken to hospital by EMS with injuries described as non-life-threatening in nature.
The investigation determined an altercation occurred between a group of individuals at a residence on 100 Street. As a result, the male and female were injured and forcibly confined. Both victims were later able to escape.
Battlefords RCMP continued to investigate.
Early on Feb. 1, Battlefords RCMP located a man in North Battleford and arrested him in relation to this investigation.
As a result of the continued investigation, a 26-year-old man, from North Battleford, and 21-year-old Mia Starchief, from Mosquito, Grizzly Bear's Head, Lean Man First Nation, are each charged with:
- one count, forcible confinement;
- one count, assault with a weapon;
- one count, breaking, entering, and committing – residence; and
- one count, robbery.
Mia Starchief is additionally charged with one count, fail to comply with release order condition.
The male suspect is scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on Feb. 23.
A warrant has been issued for Mia Starchief’s arrest. Battlefords RCMP continue work to locate Starchief and ask members of the public to report sightings and information on her whereabouts.
Mia Starchief is described as:
- Height: 5’3”
- Weight: 140 lbs
- Eye colour: brown
- Hair Colour: dyed blue
A photo of her is shown. Starchief's hair colour in the photo does not reflect her current appearance.
If you see Mia Starchief, do not approach her. Report all sightings and information on the whereabouts of Starchief to Battlefords 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.
