RCMP Manhunt: Robbery Suspect Sought on Big River First Nation
Community Safety Alert – Big River First Nation, Saskatchewan
On the evening of May 17, 2026, officers from Big River RCMP responded to a violent highway robbery on Highway 793 in the area of Big River First Nation, Saskatchewan. A stopped SUV was reportedly approached by several individuals, who demanded the keys and used bear spray during a confrontation before fleeing with the vehicle.
Following the investigation, the RCMP have identified and charged 18-year-old Mariah Bill from Big River First Nation in connection with this incident. A warrant has been issued for her arrest, and both the suspect and the stolen SUV remain outstanding. Police are urgently asking the public to report any sightings or information that could help locate her or the vehicle.
Official RCMP Details
At approximately 9:45 p.m. on May 17, 2026, Big River RCMP received a report of a robbery involving an SUV stopped on the side of Highway 793 on Big River First Nation. Investigators determined that a group approached the vehicle, demanded the keys, and an altercation followed in which bear spray was deployed into the SUV’s interior. The suspects then took the SUV and left the scene.
The occupants of the SUV were treated by EMS and reported injuries that were described as non-life-threatening. As part of the ongoing investigation, RCMP patrols have been conducted, but the involved suspects and the vehicle have not yet been found.
Stolen Vehicle Description
- Make/Model: Hyundai Tucson
- Colour: Black
- Licence Plate: 089 NFP (Saskatchewan)
Charges Laid Against Suspect
As a result of the investigation, Mariah Bill, 18, of Big River First Nation, has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada:
- One count – robbery with a weapon, Section 343(1)(d)
- Three counts – assault with a weapon, Section 267(a)
- One count – assault, Section 266
- One count – uttering threats against a person, Section 264.1(1)(a)
- One count – possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(1)
- One count – weapons possession contrary to order, Section 117.01(1)
A warrant is currently in effect for her arrest, and Big River RCMP continue active efforts to locate her.
Suspect Description – Public Assistance Needed
CrimeCanada.ca is calling on residents in and around Big River First Nation and nearby communities such as those covered in the Big River 118A crime and safety statistics to remain vigilant and immediately report any potential sightings.
Do not approach the suspect if you believe you see her. Instead, contact police right away with as much detail as possible.
- Name: Mariah Bill
- Age: 18 years
- Height: 5’7″
- Weight: 140 lbs
- Eye Colour: Brown
- Hair Colour: Dyed red
How the Community Can Help
If you have any information about the whereabouts of Mariah Bill or the location of the stolen black Hyundai Tucson (Saskatchewan plate 089 NFP), you are urged to contact police immediately. Your information could be vital to safely resolving this investigation.
Report information directly to Big River RCMP:
- Phone: 310-RCMP (no area code required in Saskatchewan)
Report anonymously through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers:
- Phone: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
- Online: www.saskcrimestoppers.com
Even small pieces of information—such as recent vehicle sightings or changes in behaviour of someone you know—may be crucial when combined with other tips. Residents can also review broader Big River crime and safety trends to understand how incidents like this fit within local community risk patterns.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the CrimeCanada.ca perspective, this incident highlights the risks posed by roadside robberies and the use of weapons such as bear spray in criminal activity. These events can unfold quickly, often targeting people who believe they are safely pulled over on the shoulder of a highway. For communities across Saskatchewan, it underscores the importance of staying aware of your surroundings when stopped in isolated areas, keeping doors locked when parked at the roadside, and promptly reporting suspicious groups or vehicles to police.
Our mission is to support safer communities by ensuring that residents receive timely, clear information about active threats and wanted persons. When law enforcement asks for the public’s help, quick and accurate reporting—whether directly to RCMP or through anonymous channels like Crime Stoppers—can significantly reduce the risk of further harm and help bring those responsible before the courts.
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.