ARRESTED: Saskatchewan RCMP WEST asks public to report sightings of Nolan Bird

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Saskatchewan RCMP's Warrant Enforcement and Suppression Team (WEST) arrested Nolan Bird in Saskatoon on December 2, 2023.

He is scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on December 4, 2023.

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Saskatchewan RCMP WEST asks public to report sightings of Nolan Bird

2023-11-15

Saskatchewan RCMP's Warrant Enforcement and Suppression Team (WEST) is working with Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes to locate and arrest Nolan Bird.

Nolan Bird is wanted for manslaughter in relation to the March 2022 death of a 61-year-old male. Further background is available below.

Investigators believe Nolan Bird is in Saskatoon.

If you see Nolan Bird, do not approach him. Contact your local police service immediately. Dial 310-RCMP to reach your local RCMP detachment. Information can also be submitted to Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com – it's anonymous and you may be eligible for a cash reward.

Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes asks public for assistance locating male wanted for manslaughter

2023-10-31

On March 13, 2022 around 2:45 a.m. Battlefords RCMP responded to a request for police assistance at a residence on the 1600 block of 102nd Street in North Battleford. When police officers arrived, a 61-year-old male was located deceased inside the residence.

As a result of investigation, Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes have charged 34-year-old Nolan Bird from Saskatoon with one count, manslaughter, Section 236(a), Criminal Code in relation to the death of David Lapointe (Information #90196204). A warrant has been issued for his arrest and Major Crimes investigators are working to locate him.

Nolan Bird is described as approximately 5'7" and 170 lbs. He has black hair and brown eyes, as well as tattoos on his neck and under one eye.

Nolan Bird may be in the Saskatoon, Battlefords or Edmonton area, but this can't be confirmed.

If you see Nolan Bird, do not approach him. Contact your local police service immediately. Dial 310-RCMP to reach your local RCMP detachment. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

Update: Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes Investigating Suspicious Death

2022-03-15

The Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes Unit continues to investigate the suspicious death of 61-year-old David Lapointe.

Investigators ask anyone who lives or works in the 1600 block area of 102 Street in North Battleford check any security camera footage captured between midnight and 4 a.m. on March 13, 2022. If you have captured footage of anyone in that area during that time frame, please contact the Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720.

Investigators are trying to identify anyone who may have information about this suspicious death. If you have information, you can contact your local RCMP detachment by calling 310-RCMP. Information can also be reported anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes Investigating Suspicious Death

2022-03-14

On March 13, 2022 around 2:45 a.m. Battlefords RCMP responded to a request for police assistance at a residence on the 1600 block of 102nd Street in North Battleford. When police officers arrived, a 61-year-old male was located deceased inside the residence. He has been identified as David Lapointe from North Battleford. His family has been notified.

Based on preliminary investigation, his death is considered to be suspicious in nature. Investigators are looking to speak with anyone with information about his death. Please report information by calling Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720, 310-RCMP or you can report it anonymously through Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-8477.

There will continue to be a police presence on 102nd Street for the next several days.

Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes, North Battleford Detachment, North Battleford Forensic Identification Services and North Battleford General Investigation Section continue to investigate with the assistance of the Saskatchewan Coroner's Service. An autopsy will take on March 14, 2022 in Saskatoon.