RCMP issues alert after person shot in carjacking north of P.A.

The Saskatchewan RCMP is warning the public about a group of armed and dangerous men who allegedly shot a driver during a carjacking north of Prince Albert on Thursday morning.

According to the RCMP, the shooting happened when a driver near the White Star elevator, about 10 kilometres north of the city, was approached by a vehicle with three or four men inside at around 8:30 a.m.

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The driver was shot and their vehicle was stolen, the RCMP said. The victim was taken to hospital for treatment, but no information on the extent of their injuries was shared.

“The suspects are described as three or four males. They may be wearing black bandanas or black balaclavas. The suspects are believed to be armed with a gun and considered dangerous,” the RCMP said in a statement.

Initially, the RCMP said the suspects were driving in a 2020 white Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab with green toolbox and Saskatchewan license plate RNF 50. In an update issued at 10:43 a.m., police said the group is now believed to be travelling on foot.

“The suspects are now believed to be on foot in the Thunder Rapids area on Highway #123,” the RCMP said.

The shooting prompted a provincial emergency alert.

“If in the Thunder Rapids and surrounding area: seek immediate shelter or shelter in place and close and lock doors and windows,” the RCMP said.

“Do not leave a secure location. Be cautious of someone asking for a ride. Do not pick up hitch hikers. Do not disclose police locations. Be cautious if not in the immediate described areas.”

The situation is unfolding rapidly, the Mounties noted, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.

Last week, the Saskatchewan RCMP asked the public to remain vigilant following the theft of multiple vehicles at gunpoint in the Prince Albert area.

The latest updates on the provincial emergency alert can be found on the SaskAlert website.