Escaped prisoner Michael Edstrom found dead: RCMP

An escaped prisoner in Saskatchewan was found dead this week, but the RCMP says his death isn’t considered suspicious.

According to police, 58-year-old Michael Edstrom fled on foot while he was being walked to a police vehicle in Dinsmore on Canada Day at around 3 p.m. According to police, his arrest was due to an outstanding warrant for failure to appear in court.

Police issued a news release asking the public to keep an eye out for Edstrom.

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On Tuesday afternoon, police said Edstrom had been found dead.

“After initial investigation, Outlook RCMP believes his death to be non-suspicious in nature. The Saskatchewan Coroners Service continues to investigate,” the RCMP said in a statement.

“His family has been notified and victim services made available to them.”