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Maskwacis RCMP investigating homicide in Samson Cree Nation

Jun 4, 2025 | 9:17 AM

Maskwacis RCMP are investigating following a homicide in Samson Cree Nation.

The incident took place on June 1 at 5:23 a.m. when police received a report of a shooting at a residence in the community.

Once they arrived on scene, emergency responders found a 20-year-old man dead who was identified as Travis Jason Crier. He also goes by Raven Crier.

He was taken to the Chief Medical Examiner and the cause of death was found to be a homicide.

“This is another tragic and senseless loss of a four nations community member. There is a direct relationship between this death and illegal firearms in Maskwacis. The community is saying it, we are saying it, and our leaders are saying it: enough is enough,” said Inspector Richard McKay Detachment Commander, Maskwacis RCMP.

“During our meetings with the Chiefs and Counsels of all 4 Nations of Maskwacis, illegal guns and gun violence are a serious concern and one they want combatted. It’s important that residents know they will have our full cooperation and support. If you know of the existence of illegal guns, there are ways to reach out to us safely, call us.”

Alberta RCMP Media Relations Manager Cpl. Troy Savinkoff told rdnewsNOW no arrests have been made and police believe it was a targeted attack.

“I don’t think there’s a larger risk to the average person in the community,” he said. “We’ve called in Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit and they’re on scene in Maskwacis actively investigating this file.”

If you have any information about this crime or those responsible please contact Maskwacis RCMP at 780-585-3767. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.