RCMP Alert: Weapons Seized After Traffic Stop in North Battleford

Community Safety Overview

On the morning of July 7, 2026, officers from the Battlefords RCMP stopped a vehicle on 100 Street in North Battleford, Saskatchewan during proactive patrols. During this traffic stop, police determined that several occupants were violating existing court-ordered conditions and took four people into custody.

A search of the vehicle led to the seizure of a sawed-off firearm, additional weapons, and drug trafficking-related items. Four adults from North Battleford now face multiple firearm and weapons charges. All of the accused appeared in North Battleford Provincial Court on July 8, 2026.

Official RCMP Incident Details

According to the RCMP, the incident began around 8:00 a.m. on July 7, 2026, when Battlefords officers conducted a traffic stop on 100 Street in North Battleford, SK as part of proactive patrol activities. Investigation at the roadside indicated that multiple occupants in the vehicle were breaching court-ordered conditions. Three males and one female were arrested on scene. The female initially resisted arrest, but officers were able to safely bring her under control and into custody.

Items Seized from the Vehicle

During the search of the vehicle, officers located and seized the following:

• A sawed-off firearm
• Bear spray
• A knife
• Drug trafficking paraphernalia

The RCMP has released images of the seized items to illustrate the nature of the weapons recovered.

Accused Individuals and General Charges

Four individuals from North Battleford have been charged in relation to this traffic stop:

• Jayaleo Pete, 30 years old
• Christopher Fiddler, 40 years old
• Kiandra Jackson, 25 years old
• Dale Starchief, 25 years old

Each of the four accused faces the following Criminal Code charges:

• One count of possession of a firearm/weapon/device/ammunition in a motor vehicle, Section 94(1), Criminal Code
• One count of unsafe storage of firearms, Section 86(2), Criminal Code
• Two counts of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(1), Criminal Code
• One count of unauthorized possession of a firearm, Section 91(1), Criminal Code
• Two counts of carrying a concealed weapon, Section 90(1), Criminal Code

Additional Charges for Christopher Fiddler

Christopher Fiddler faces further allegations beyond the shared charges listed above:

• One count of possession of a firearm when knowing possession is unauthorized, Section 92(1), Criminal Code
• Two counts of failing to comply with a probation order, Section 733.1(1), Criminal Code
• Two counts of weapons possession contrary to order, Section 117.01(1), Criminal Code

He was also arrested on an outstanding warrant issued by the Edmonton Police Service.

Additional Charges for Kiandra Jackson

Kiandra Jackson also faces extra charges stemming from this incident:

• One count of possession of a firearm when knowing possession is unauthorized, Section 92(1), Criminal Code
• One count of resisting or obstructing a peace officer, Section 129(a), Criminal Code
• One count of weapons possession contrary to order, Section 117.01(1), Criminal Code

All four accused appeared in North Battleford Provincial Court on July 8, 2026 (Information numbers #90596010, #90596009, #90596012, #9059611).

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

This incident highlights the serious risks created when firearms and other weapons are transported in vehicles, particularly when court orders and firearms prohibitions are allegedly being ignored. Traffic stops like this one are a key part of how the Battlefords RCMP work to remove illegal weapons from circulation and reduce the chance of violence in and around North Battleford.

For residents, staying informed about trends in local crime, including weapon and firearm offences, is essential. Our North Battleford Crime Statistics & Safety Report provides a broader look at patterns in crime and safety in the community. Understanding these trends can help residents, businesses, and community organizations take practical steps such as reporting suspicious activity promptly, securing vehicles and homes, and supporting local prevention initiatives.

At CrimeCanada.ca, our role is to present clear and accessible information so that people across Saskatchewan can better understand safety risks in their area. Incidents involving concealed weapons and non-compliance with court orders underscore the importance of ongoing community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement efforts.

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.