Community Alert: Firearm Discharge Reported in North Battleford

Section 1: Incident Overview

Battlefords RCMP have charged three individuals after a firearm was reportedly discharged toward a man who was out walking his dog in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. The incident took place on the evening of June 26, 2026, and resulted in the dog being fatally injured. The man did not report any physical injuries.

Police say the shooting occurred around 8:00 p.m. on 8th Avenue North, when a truck carrying several occupants approached the pedestrian. After threats were allegedly made from inside the vehicle, a firearm was discharged and the truck fled. Officers later located the suspected vehicle at a residence on 110 Street in North Battleford, where multiple arrests were made and firearms were seized following a search warrant.

Section 2: Official RCMP Details

According to the official report from Battlefords RCMP, the sequence of events was as follows:

• On June 26, 2026, at approximately 8:00 p.m., police received a report of a firearm being discharged on 8th Avenue North in North Battleford, SK.
• An adult male was walking his dog when a truck with multiple occupants approached.
• Occupants of the truck allegedly made threats and discharged a firearm, injuring the dog.
• The truck left the scene; the dog was later declared deceased. The man reported no physical injuries to police.
• Shortly afterward, officers located the suspected truck parked outside a residence on 110 Street in North Battleford.
• Three males exited the residence and were arrested without further incident.
• A female fled on foot from the same residence and was subsequently arrested by Battlefords RCMP.
• With support from the Saskatchewan RCMP Critical Incident Response Team, police obtained a search warrant for the residence.
• During the search, officers located and seized two firearms.
• One of the males who had initially been arrested was later released from custody without charges.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, three individuals are now facing charges.

Charges for Dennis Kennedy (37, North Battleford)

• One count – possession of a firearm with a tampered serial number, Criminal Code s.108(1)(b)
• One count – injuring or endangering other animals, Criminal Code s.445(1)(a)
• One count – careless use of a firearm, Criminal Code s.86(1)
• One count – discharge firearm while being reckless, Criminal Code s.244.2(3)
• One count – possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Criminal Code s.88(1)
• One count – possession of a firearm/weapon/device/ammunition in a motor vehicle, Criminal Code s.94(1)
• One count – possession of a prohibited weapon while knowing possession is unauthorized, Criminal Code s.92(2)
• One count – unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted weapon, Criminal Code s.91(1)
• One count – operation while prohibited, Criminal Code s.320.18(1)(b)
• One count – possession of a restricted or prohibited weapon with ammunition without a licence/registration, Criminal Code s.95(1)
• One count – weapons possession contrary to order, Criminal Code s.117.01(1)

Dennis Kennedy appeared in North Battleford Provincial Court on June 29, 2026.

Charges for Allan Desmeules (53, North Battleford)

• One count – unsafe storage of firearms, Criminal Code s.86(2)
• One count – unauthorized possession of a firearm, Criminal Code s.91(1)
• One count – possession of a firearm when knowing possession is unauthorized, Criminal Code s.92(1)
• Two counts – weapons possession contrary to order, Criminal Code s.117.01(1)

Allan Desmeules is scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on August 17, 2026.

Charges for Tashina Whitstone (39, Red Pheasant Cree Nation)

• One count – uttering threats to animals, Criminal Code s.264.1(1)
• One count – resisting or obstructing a peace officer, Criminal Code s.129(a)

Tashina Whitstone is also scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on August 17, 2026.

Residents who want to better understand local trends related to violence and weapons offences can review the North Battleford Crime Statistics & Safety Report for additional context on crime patterns and community risk factors in the area.

Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From a CrimeCanada.ca perspective, this incident underscores the serious risk posed by unlawful firearm use in residential areas and the impact such events have on community sense of safety. A firearm being discharged on a neighbourhood street in North Battleford—even when no person is physically hurt—creates trauma for nearby residents and highlights the importance of rapid reporting and strong coordination between the public and police.

For those in Saskatchewan, especially in communities like North Battleford and surrounding rural areas, we recommend staying alert to suspicious vehicles, loud bangs that may be gunshots, and any visible weapons activity. If you observe behaviour that appears dangerous or involves firearms, contact your local police or emergency services immediately. When walking pets or travelling on foot in the evening, consider staying in well-lit areas, keeping your phone accessible, and noting vehicle descriptions, licence plates, and direction of travel if an incident occurs. Community members who remain observant and promptly report concerns play a crucial role in reducing firearm-related harm and supporting safer neighbourhoods.

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.