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[ponchi101]

The pistol jammed. It had 5 live rounds in it.

[Suliso]

She's very lucky...

[ti-amie]

The New York Times
@nytimes
El domingo, Chile votará una nueva constitución que, de aprobarse, consagraría algunos de los derechos más extensos para los pueblos indígenas en cualquier parte del mundo. Pero esas reformas también se han convertido en la parte más polémica del texto.
Translated from Spanish by
On Sunday, Chile will vote on a new constitution that, if approved, would enshrine some of the most extensive rights for indigenous people anywhere in the world. But those reforms have also become the most controversial part of the text.



https://www.nytimes.com/es/2022/09/02/e ... &smtyp=cur

[ti-amie]

[dryrunguy]

Just want to acknowledge the stabbing at James Smith Cree Nation in Saskatchewan, Canada yesterday morning that killed 10 people and injured 15 others. The perpetrators, who appear to be brothers or cousins, remain on the loose and, at this point, could be just about anywhere. Last I read yesterday, authorities seem to think this was a mixed targeted/random attack. It may also be a hate crime, but that remains to be seen, and I haven't heard anyone use that term yet in relation to this case.

[ponchi101]

I missed that completely. Thanks for the post.

[ti-amie]

To absolutely no ones surprise Truss has been chosen as the new leader of the Tories, and hence the new Prime Minister. Someone posted this video of her promoting English food which is a taste almost no one outside of that country has a taste for.

[ponchi101]

I wonder what has stopped England from exporting their fantastic food in the past. And, as members of the European Union, they have access to the largest consumer block in the world.
Right?
(I'll still take their chutneys and Worcestershire sauce).

[ti-amie]

I wonder what has stopped England from exporting their fantastic food in the past. And, as members of the European Union, they have access to the largest consumer block in the world.
Right?
(I'll still take their chutneys and Worcestershire sauce).

As someone once said the English went around the world destroying cultures for spices they never use.

I do like their marmalade, the one with the thick chunks of orange rind, and I use the tea they label as theirs but call either Ceylon, Darjeeling or Assam for iced tea.

[Suliso]

English baking is not bad at all. Traditional main courses are not much to write home about...

[ti-amie]

Just want to acknowledge the stabbing at James Smith Cree Nation in Saskatchewan, Canada yesterday morning that killed 10 people and injured 15 others. The perpetrators, who appear to be brothers or cousins, remain on the loose and, at this point, could be just about anywhere. Last I read yesterday, authorities seem to think this was a mixed targeted/random attack. It may also be a hate crime, but that remains to be seen, and I haven't heard anyone use that term yet in relation to this case.

[skatingfan]

Man charged in fatal Sask. stabbings found dead, other accused still at large, RCMP say
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Lana Head, one of the deceased from James Smith Cree Nation, was security guard, ex-partner confirms
CBC News · Posted: Sep 05, 2022 10:23 AM CT | Last Updated: 20 minutes ago

One of the two accused RCMP are seeking in connection with a string of fatal stabbings in Saskatchewan on Sunday has been found dead, police confirmed Monday.

Damien Sanderson, 31, was found dead with wounds that did not appear to be self-inflicted, said Rhonda Blackmore, commanding officer of the Saskatchewan RCMP.

Myles Sanderson, 30, is still at large and is wanted. The RCMP also confirmed Monday at the media briefing that the two are brothers.

Ten people died in the attacks Sunday in various locations in the province, including James Smith Cree Nation. The injury toll has risen to 18.

Myles faces three counts of first-degree murder; Damien had been charged with one count of first-degree murder. Both men also were charged with attempted murder and break and enter.

Police from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba were searching for the Sandersons after the attacks prompted a dangerous-persons alert.

Police said Myles may have sustained injuries, though that has yet to be confirmed.

"We do want the public to know this because there is a possibility he may seek medical attention," Blackmore said.

"Even if he is injured, it does not mean he is not still dangerous," Blackmore added, noting Myles has a lengthy criminal record involving both persons and property crimes.

Earlier, Rhonda Blackmore, commanding officer of the Saskatchewan RCMP, said: "To the people of Saskatchewan and beyond, please be assured that we are using every human, investigational and technological resource we have available to locate and arrest the persons responsible for this tragedy and to ensure your safety."

CBC has confirmed Lana Head, 49, is one of the deceased from James Smith Cree Nation. She leaves behind daughters Sable, 31, and Sage, 30.



Head's former partner, Michael Brett Burns, said Head worked as a security guard at Northern Lights Casino and was also a commissionaire officer.

Head's death was first reported by APTN.

Saskatoon police confirmed they've been searching for Myles Sanderson since May, when he stopped meeting with his assigned caseworker and was classified as "unlawfully at large."

He had been serving a nearly five-year federal sentence for assault, robbery, mischief and uttering threats. He got a statutory release, and then disappeared.

Police say they anticipate releasing more information about the people who died later Monday.

"At this stage in our investigation, we believe some victims have been targeted by the suspect and others have been attacked randomly," Blackmore said during a news conference Sunday.

In an update posted to Twitter at 7:36 a.m. CST on Monday, Regina police Chief Evan Bray said the two suspects are still at large despite "ongoing, relentless efforts through the night" from Regina police and RCMP officers to apprehend them.

Blackmore said hundreds of Saskatchewan RCMP staff, from operators to major crime units, are dedicated to the investigation.

Police said there was no indication the two men travelled out of the province.

The Cree Nation and Weldon are within 60 kilometres of Prince Albert, and about 20 kilometres from each other.


Police resources from across Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Alberta are assisting with the multiple investigations, according to RCMP.

Damien was described as:

Five-foot-seven.
155 pounds.
With black hair and brown eyes.
Myles was described as:

Six-foot-one.
240 pounds.
With brown hair and brown eyes.
RCMP said before Monday's briefing that the men were armed and dangerous, and shouldn't be approached.

They were also believed to be driving a black Nissan Rogue with a Saskatchewan licence plate 119 MPI, although they may have since changed their vehicle.

According to police, the vehicle was last reported seen in Regina around 11:20 a.m. on Sunday, though it hasn't been confirmed.

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) said it was working with domestic and international law enforcement to "ensure border security, intelligence and enforcement."

The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN), which represents 74 First Nation communities in Saskatchewan including James Smith Cree Nation, joined a chorus of people offering their condolences to the James Smith Cree Nation after the "unspeakable violence that claimed the lives of innocent people."

"This is the destruction we face when harmful illegal drugs invade our communities, and we demand all authorities to take direction from the Chiefs and Councils and their membership to create safer and healthier communities for our people," said FSIN Chief Bobby Cameron in a statement late Sunday.

The FSIN also said it has been in contact with the federal government, which has committed to providing support to the communities.

Violence 'has no place in our country': PM
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addressed the country Monday afternoon, sending his thoughts to loved ones affected.

"This kind of violence, or any kind of violence, has no place in our country," he said.

Trudeau said the federal government continues to monitor the situation closely and has spoken with the leadership of James Smith Cree Nation.

He said he also spoke with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, and added Ottawa will be there with the necessary resources "in this time of crisis."

Trudeau said "we'll continue to work as partners in the weeks, months and years to come through grieving and healing."
In a tweet published Sunday night, Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu said she reached out to chiefs and leadership to mobilize supports "as quickly as possible."

Indigenous Services Canada told CBC in an email it's working with the Cree Nation, FSIN and Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority (NITHA) to "identify and ensure health services and supports will be in place, including mental wellness support, for James Smith Cree Nation and neighbouring communities."

NITHA is an Indigenous health services organization that serves 33 First Nation communities, including James Smith Cree Nation.

The James Smith Cree Nation has asked for privacy.

Moe was among those who offered condolences Sunday to those affected by the stabbings.

The Saskatchewan government said in a statement late Sunday that it has activated Provincial Command, which helps co-ordinate and deploy resources, and has deployed victim services to the community. It has also supplemented other law enforcement resources with 16 staff from the provincial protective services.

In a statement posted to social media, Saskatchewan's premier called the attacks "horrific beyond anything that any of us could ever imagine." He said Saskatchewan is looking to provide safety and care to those affected. and called for residents to provide any helpful information they may have to police.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority entered a Code Orange following the influx of critical patients from the stabbings on Sunday.

On Monday, Anne Lindemann with the health authority said hospitals were no longer in a Code Orange.

"Along with providing for the immediate medical care required for those affected, the SHA is working on deployment of mental health resources to families, communities, physicians and staff impacted," Lindemann said in an email.

In an emailed statement Monday, the Canadian Red Cross said it's sending workers to the area to "provide comfort and support to family members and the community impacted" by the attacks.

The Red Cross said it's working with James Smith Cree Nation and the FSIN with support from the Prince Albert Grand Council and federal government.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatch ... -1.6572876

[Owendonovan]

Are these 2 brothers (1 found dead) members of the Cree nation or some other indigenous nation or are they outsiders?

[skatingfan]

Are these 2 brothers (1 found dead) members of the Cree nation or some other indigenous nation or are they outsiders?

My understanding is that they are from the community of James Smith Cree Nation.

[dryrunguy]

Sigh... I was worried they were from the community. Heartbreaking. Why?