Saskatchewan 2026 Homicide Victim List

On Thursday, November 5, 2026, at approximately 11:00 a.m., Rose Valley RCMP responded to a report of a man experiencing medical distress at a residence in the community of Rose Valley, Saskatchewan.

Upon arrival, officers located the man, who was pronounced deceased at the scene by emergency medical services.

The deceased has been identified as 66-year-old Willard Buckle of Rose Valley. His family has been notified.

The Saskatchewan RCMP Homicide Investigation Unit (HIU), in partnership with the Saskatchewan Coroners Service, is investigating the circumstances surrounding his death. Authorities say the death is currently being treated as suspicious.

As part of the investigation, police are asking Rose Valley residents to review their home security and doorbell camera footage recorded between November 1 and November 5, 2026.

Anyone whose cameras may have captured suspicious activity during that period is urged to contact police immediately at 310-RCMP.

RCMP advise that residents can expect an increased police presence in the community for an undetermined period as investigators continue their work.

Police say no further details can be released at this time. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available. If investigators identify an immediate threat to public safety, the public will be notified.