OPP have charged two people in relation to a fatal shooting in Sheguiandah, including a 55-year-old from Northeastern Manitoulin and The Islands and a 25-year-old from Whitefish River First Nation.
Both suspects have been charged with accessory after the fact to murder and obstruction of a peace officer and have been remanded in custody until their scheduled court appearances on July 20.
At approximately 11:45 p.m. on June 24, the United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin Anishnaabe Police received a complaint regarding weapons at Wiingush Miikan, Sheguiandah First Nation.
When police arrived at the scene, they found 32-year-old Cheyenne Malcom Roy of Sheguiandah First Nation had sustained life-threatening gunshot injuries. Roy was transported to a local hospital, where they died on June 27.
Police continue to try to locate the man they allege is responsible for the shooting, a 20-year-old Hamilton man. He is described as Black, between 5'8" and 5'10" with a slim build and long dreadlocks.
Investigators believe this was an isolated incident and there is no public safety risk. They are asking people to not approach the suspect, and to phone 911 or your local police service. The accused is encouraged to turn himself in to police.
The investigation is continuing under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch and involves members of the United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin Anishnaabe Police, the Manitoulin OPP Crime Unit, the North East Region OPP Emergency Response Team, OPP Forensic Identification Services and the OPP Regional Support Team.
If anyone has further information regarding this incident or knows the whereabouts of the suspect, they are encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or their nearest police service. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call the Sudbury Rainbow Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit their tip online at www.sudburycrimestoppers.com.
