Community Alert: Firearms Seized Near Oxbow, Sask., Man Charged

A 45-year-old man from the RM of Enniskillen is facing multiple weapons-related charges after an investigation into an alleged firearm incident at a rural property southwest of Oxbow, Saskatchewan. According to Estevan/Carnduff RCMP, the investigation began after a report that a firearm had been pointed at an individual on the property. No physical injuries were reported to police.

On July 8, 2026, officers executed a search warrant at the residence tied to the investigation, resulting in the seizure of several loaded firearms and an imitation firearm. Two people were arrested at the scene; one has now been formally charged, while the second was released without charges as the investigation continues.

Official Incident Details

On July 4, 2026, Estevan/Carnduff RCMP received a report that an adult male had allegedly pointed a firearm at another person at a rural property located approximately 16 kilometres southwest of Oxbow, SK. No injuries were reported in connection with this incident.

Following further investigation, on July 8, 2026, officers from Estevan/Carnduff RCMP and the Saskatchewan RCMP Critical Incident Response Team carried out a search warrant at the residence on the rural property. They were supported by members of:

• Saskatchewan RCMP Yorkton Saskatchewan Trafficking Response Team (STRT)
• Moose Jaw Crime Reduction Team (CRT)
• Carlyle RCMP
• Broadview/Moosomin RCMP

During their search of the home, officers located and seized:

• Four loaded firearms
• One imitation firearm

Two individuals were taken into custody at the time of the search. One of them, Curtis Biberdorf, 45, from the RM of Enniskillen, has been charged. The second person arrested has been released without charge.

Charges Laid

Curtis Biberdorf, 45, of the RM of Enniskillen, Saskatchewan, is charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada:

• One count of assault with a weapon, Section 267(a)
• Five counts of unsafe storage of firearms, Section 86(2)
• Five counts of unauthorized possession of a firearm, Section 91(1)
• One count of using an imitation firearm in the commission of an offence, Section 85(2)(a)
• One count of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(1)
• One count of unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon, Section 91(2)

Biberdorf appeared in Weyburn Provincial Court on July 9, 2026 (Information #90588465). The investigation by Estevan/Carnduff RCMP remains ongoing.

This incident involves policing services that also cover nearby areas such as Estevan and Carnduff. For those seeking broader context on local crime and safety trends, see the latest Estevan Crime Statistics & Safety Report and regional data for the Carnduff area.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this case underscores how firearms-related incidents at rural properties can quickly pose a serious risk, even when no physical injuries are reported. Loaded weapons, unsafe storage, and unauthorized possession increase the likelihood of accidental or intentional harm in surrounding communities across Saskatchewan. We encourage residents to securely store all firearms according to federal regulations, promptly report any threats involving weapons, and share safety information within their communities. Responsible firearm ownership, combined with vigilance in reporting suspicious or unsafe behaviour, is essential to preventing violence and supporting safer communities province-wide.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the saskatchewan community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.