Members from the Yorkton City RCMP Detachment are currently investigating an assault with weapon incident which occurred January 24 around 9:15 p.m, in which a 35 year old female from Yorkton was held at knife point in the parking lot of a local business situated in the 200 block of Broadway Street East in Yorkton. The suspect is described as being a First Nations male, approximately, 5'10" to 6' tall, heavy build with an acne like complexion. The suspect then fled the scene in an older style four door vehicle, darker in color. The female passenger in this vehicle is also described as being First Nations, 5'4" tall with a heavier set build.
Two unknown witnesses came to the victim's aid and interrupted this incident and the victim was left uninjured. Police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying these two witnesses as well as the suspects. If you have information in regards to this incident, please contact the Yorkton RCMP at 306-786-2400 or if you wish to remain anonymous, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, *8477 on SaskTel Mobility, text TIP206 plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or online at www.sask-crimestoppers.com where you can also view information on other unsolved crimes.
