RCMP charge 27-year-old with murder after a hit-and-run on Siksika Nation kills two and leaves one woman in critical condition.
Two Lives Lost in Siksika Nation Tragedy
A devastating hit-and-run on Siksika Nation Saturday night has left two people dead and one woman critically injured. According to RCMP, a vehicle struck a group of five pedestrians and then fled the scene, prompting a widespread investigation.
Victims Identified by Authorities
The victims were identified as 27-year-old Trayton Runningbird and 45-year-old Clifton Saddleback. Both men succumbed to injuries sustained in the collision. A 45-year-old woman, also hit during the incident, remains in critical condition at a nearby hospital. Police have not released the names of the other two pedestrians.
Arrest Made and Charges Laid
On Monday evening, Alberta RCMP’s Major Crimes Unit announced the arrest of 27-year-old Adolphus Weaselchild. He has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder in connection to the fatal incident.
Legal Proceedings Underway
Following his arrest, Weaselchild appeared before a Justice of the Peace and has since been remanded into custody. Future court dates will be scheduled at the Alberta Court of Justice in Drumheller. The investigation remains ongoing, with RCMP appealing for any witnesses or video footage from the area.
Community Impact and Ongoing Response
The Siksika Nation, located east of Calgary, is mourning the loss of two community members as leaders call for justice and healing. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the collision to come forward as they continue to piece together the events that led to the fatal hit-and-run.
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