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RCMP investigating after woman killed in ‘suspicious’ shooting on Sask. highway
A 44-year-old passenger was fatally shot on Highway 39; the Saskatchewan Major Crimes Unit is investigating and the driver is not considered a suspect.
- A 44-year-old woman died at the scene after being shot while riding as a passenger in a black SUV traveling on Highway 39 near Weyburn on Friday evening.
- The RCMP Major Crimes Branch is investigating the incident, which appears random, and the driver from Weyburn is not considered a suspect or in custody.
- Police heard a loud crack indicating a firearm discharged that struck the rear of the vehicle, and they have increased their presence while collecting forensic evidence.
- Ashley St. Germaine said, "We need all the information we can get," and the RCMP asked anyone driving on Highway 39 around 8 p.m. to report any unusual activity.
- The highway reopened with ongoing police presence through the weekend, and RCMP stated there is no increased risk to the public but continue to seek information for the investigation.
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Woman dead in Saskatchewan after police say shot was fired at SUV on highway
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