Prince Albert authorities announced the discovery of human remains on Thursday in the ongoing search for a missing teenager who disappeared in June. The collaborative efforts of the city’s public works, fire departments, and the Prince Albert Grand Council Search and Rescue led to the finding of the body near the 300 block of 40th Street East, as revealed in a police statement.
An autopsy is planned for Tuesday to confirm the identity of the individual and ascertain the cause and circumstances of death. According to Peyton Flett’s mother, Danica Moore, authorities have informed her that they believe the body belongs to her daughter, though she chose not to provide additional comments.
The investigation into the suspicious death is being actively pursued by the Saskatchewan Coroner’s Service in conjunction with the police major crimes and forensic identification units, as detailed in the official update. Authorities, along with the Prince Albert Grand Council, Shoal Lake Cree Nation, and Flett’s parents, made a public appeal for any information that could aid in locating her during a press conference held on Wednesday.
The last known sighting of Flett occurred on June 16 or 17 near Marquis Road and Central Avenue close to the Northern Lights Casino. Police are currently stationed at the discovery site, investigating the wooded area adjacent to 40th Street. Traffic restrictions are in place on the street, and authorities are urging the public to avoid the area while further updates will be shared as soon as they are available.