May 24, 2022 1:09 PM
The Saskatoon Police Service is requesting assistance in locating a man charged in Saskatoon’s latest homicide.
Jonathan Ouellet-Gendron (DOB 1988-09-16) is described as 5’6” in height, approximately 140 lbs. with black hair and brown eyes. He has numerous tattoos including a Mayan statue on his right hand, a black rose on his left wrist and a gorilla on his upper torso. A photo is attached for distribution.
Additional Information: Ouellet-Gendron often has a light moustache and beard (dark in colour). He speaks fluent English, with a noticeable French Accent. He often wears prescription glasses.
Ouellet-Gendron is a suspect in a homicide that occurred on May 19th, 2022, in the 700 Block of Melrose Avenue. He is charged with First Degree Murder.
Anyone with information on Jonathan Ouellet-Gendron’s whereabouts is asked to avoid approaching him and call 9-1-1 or 306-975-8300. Ouellet-Gendron is believed to be in possession of a firearm. Anyone wishing to provide information but remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Information regarding the investigation, including video evidence, is also being requested by the SPS.
Ouellet-Gendron is on Canada’s 25 Most Wanted list, with the BOLO Program.
The Saskatoon Police Service continues to investigate a shooting that resulted in the death of a 29-year-old man and injury of two others, ages 25 and 35.
Police are looking to identify two men of slim builds that were seen fleeing the area in dark clothing; one carrying a bag with a strap. Investigators are requesting residents in the area enclosed by Saskatchewan Crescent East, Victoria Avenue, Main Street, and the Idylwyld Drive Freeway with access to security cameras to review the footage between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m. on May 19, 2022 for signs of suspicious activity.
Police do not believe there to be a continued risk to public safety.
Anyone with video evidence or information believed to be relevant is asked to contact the Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
(Occurrence Numbers: 22-55990, 22-55992, 22-56001)
May 19, 2022 7:12 PM
Members of the Major Crime, Serious Assault and Forensic Identification Sections are investigating following reports of shots being fired and an injured male.
Police received the initial report at approximately 4:30 p.m., May 19, 2022. An injured man was reported to be in the 100 block of Main Street East. Shortly after, additional calls to Police reported shots being fired in the 700 block of Melrose Avenue. In addition, another injured male was reported to have been transported to City Hospital.
Upon arrival to the 700 block of Melrose Avenue responding officers located a deceased male behind an apartment building. Investigators are currently on-scene.
The two injured males are being treated for their injuries at this time. Their condition is unknown.
The public is asked to avoid the area around the 700 block of Melrose Avenue.
Further information will be released when it becomes available.