Samson Cree Nation teen was ‘trying to go home’ – Pipestone Flyer

September 23, 2024

According to his aunt, 15-year-old Hoss Lightning-Saddleback was no threat

The recent death of a Maskwacis teen who was shot by police last month after he’d called 911 for help has many calling for action and highlights the urgent need to address systemic issues.

Members of Parliament are scheduled to hold an emergency debate in the House of Commons on Sept. 23, in reaction to a recent string of deaths of First Nations people during interactions with police.

Between Aug. 29 and Sept. 8, six First Nations people were killed by police in Canada.