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Tragic Shooting on Big Island: One Dead, Three Injured

12/31/2025

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A shooting on Big Island Lake Cree Nation on Tuesday left Neil, the son of Larry Wahpistikwan, dead after police performed CPR.
Three others were injured, prompting a lockdown and a manhunt for two armed suspects seen on an ATV.
The RCMP confirmed Neil's identity but did not disclose details about the incident.
Larry Wahpistikwan expressed frustration over inadequate security funding for their community.

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Story summary

A shooting on Big Island Lake Cree Nation on Tuesday left Neil, the son of Larry Wahpistikwan, dead after police performed CPR.
Three others were injured, prompting a lockdown and a manhunt for two armed suspects seen on an ATV.
The RCMP confirmed Neil's identity but did not disclose details about the incident.
Larry Wahpistikwan expressed frustration over inadequate security funding for their community.