Community Alert: Battlefords RCMP Searching for Missing 56-Year-Old Man Last Seen in Prince Albert
Section 1: The Alert
Battlefords RCMP are asking for the public’s help to locate 56-year-old Burton (Cheech) Ward, who has been reported missing in Saskatchewan. The report was received on March 17, 2026, at approximately 1:30 p.m., and police are now formally appealing to the community to assist in finding him.
Burton Ward was last seen on March 13, 2026, at around 3:00 p.m. on 24th Street West in Prince Albert. He has not been in contact since, and there is growing concern for his wellbeing. A recent photo and detailed description have been released to help citizens recognize him quickly and provide any information that may help officers safely locate him.
Section 2: Official Details
CrimeCanada.ca is urgently asking our community to assist Battlefords RCMP in locating Burton Ward. If you are in or around Prince Albert or have travelled through the area since March 13, please review the description below carefully and contact police immediately if you have seen him.
Missing Person: Burton (Cheech) Ward
- Name: Burton Ward
- Nickname: “Cheech”
- Age: 56
- Police Agency: Battlefords RCMP
- Report received: March 17, 2026, at approximately 1:30 p.m.
- Last seen: March 13, 2026, at approximately 3:00 p.m.
- Last known location: 24th Street West, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan
Physical description released by RCMP:
- Height: 5 ft 8 in
- Weight: 170 lbs
- Eye colour: Brown
- Hair: Brown, long
- Facial hair: Goatee
- Distinctive marking: Tattoo of a dreamcatcher on his left shoulder
Clothing last seen wearing:
- Black shirt
- Blue jeans
- Black baseball hat
- Brown hiking shoes
How the Crime Canada community can help right now:
- Review the photo and description carefully.
- Think back to the period from March 13 onward, especially around 24th Street West in Prince Albert.
- Check any dashcam, home security, or business surveillance footage you may have from that area and timeframe.
- Share this alert with family, friends, and local community groups in Saskatchewan to increase reach.
Contact information for tips and sightings (as provided by RCMP):
- Battlefords RCMP (non-emergency tip line): 310-RCMP (no area code required in Saskatchewan)
- Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers (anonymous tips): 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
- Online anonymous tips: www.saskcrimestoppers.com
If you believe you have seen Burton or know anything about his current whereabouts, you are urged to contact Battlefords RCMP at 310-RCMP immediately or submit information anonymously through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, missing person alerts like this one are a critical part of community safety across Saskatchewan. Swift, coordinated public awareness often makes the difference in safely locating a person who has gone missing. Communities that stay informed about local safety trends and incidents—whether in rural First Nations communities such as Beardy’s and Okemasis 96 and 97B crime and safety data or in other parts of the province—are better positioned to respond quickly when someone is reported missing.
In any missing person situation, we encourage residents to stay alert in public spaces, record and report anything unusual, and never hesitate to share information with police if you think it might be relevant. You do not need to be certain—let investigators make that determination. When safe to do so, note locations, times, clothing, and distinguishing features of anyone who may match a missing person description. By combining official police information with broader safety awareness and data, CrimeCanada.ca supports the shared goal of safer communities throughout Saskatchewan.
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.