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Young was last seen at his family’s home on the Red Earth Cree Nation around 12:30 a.m. on April 19.
Five-year-old Frank Young, who was last seen at his residence in the Red Earth Cree Nation on April 19, 2022. (Courtesy: Prince Albert Grand Council) Picture from picture provided
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The search for a five-year-old boy who went missing from his home on Red Earth Cree Nation in April ended with the discovery of his body on Saturday.
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“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the opening of Frank Young on Saturday 9th July. His remains were found in the water at Red Earth Cree Nation,” Red Earth Cree Nation Chief Fabian Head said in a Facebook post.
“We will hold a media conference and then we will release more information. For now, we ask for your prayers and continued support during our time of grief.”
Carrot River RCMP said in a news release Sunday that Young’s body has been found near the area he was originally reported missing and his family has been notified.
There are no indications of suspicious circumstances and an autopsy will be performed, the statement said.
“No one wanted the search for Frank to end like this. Our deepest condolences go out to Frank’s family, loved ones and community who have been greatly affected by this tragedy,” said Sgt. Richard Tonge, commander of the Carrot River RCMP Detachment.
“We would like to thank everyone in the community and beyond who helped in the search for Frank.”
Young was last seen at his family’s home around 12:30 a.m. on April 19. Since then, hundreds of volunteers have assisted the Carrot River RCMP in the search. RCMP said they did not issue an Amber Alert because there was no evidence to suggest Young was abducted.
In May, the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN), which represents 74 First Nations in Saskatchewan, called for an alert system for Indigenous people because Amber Alerts do not apply to all missing persons.
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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said at the time it was a conversation worth having.
“Whether it’s a local amber alert or improvements to the amber alert that we have, that could be a conversation that our minister (of police) could potentially have with the RCMP,” Moe said.
Earlier this year, Washington state passed legislation to create a network to help identify and locate missing indigenous people.
When activated, the alert broadcasts missing person information on message boards and in highway advisory radio messages. It also provides details through local and regional media news.
With files from Canadian Press
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