Prince Albert Police Investigate City’s Third Homicide of 2025 After Body Found on July 29
Prince Albert, SK — The community of Prince Albert is once again grappling with grief and uncertainty as the Prince Albert Police Service (PAPS) launches an active investigation into the city’s third homicide of 2025. The grim discovery of a deceased individual on Tuesday, July 29, has sparked both a criminal investigation and widespread concern throughout the city, as residents search for answers and mourn another life lost to violence.
Discovery and Immediate Response
According to a press release issued by PAPS, officers were called to the 400 block of 18th Street West around 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday following reports of a person found unresponsive. Emergency responders arrived swiftly at the scene, where they located an individual who had sustained severe injuries. Despite life-saving efforts by paramedics, the individual was pronounced dead on scene.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin. However, police confirmed that foul play is suspected, and the incident is being treated as a homicide. A significant police presence remained at the scene throughout the day as investigators canvassed the area, collected evidence, and spoke with residents in the neighborhood.
Forensics teams were seen examining the surroundings, and police cordoned off the area with crime scene tape to secure the location. A mobile command unit was also deployed to aid the investigation.
Ongoing Investigation
As of Wednesday morning, the Prince Albert Police Service has not confirmed any arrests or named any suspects. Investigators are urging anyone who may have seen or heard anything suspicious in the area during the early hours of July 29 to come forward. Surveillance footage from nearby homes and businesses is being reviewed, and police are hopeful that witness cooperation will help shed light on the circumstances leading up to the death.
“This is an active investigation, and we are asking for the public’s assistance,” said Acting Deputy Chief Jeff Rowden during a press briefing. “We understand the fear and concern that incidents like this cause in our community. Our investigators are committed to finding answers and bringing justice to the victim and their loved ones.”
No details regarding the cause of death or potential motive have been released at this time. Authorities say they will provide further updates as the investigation progresses.
A Troubling Pattern
This tragic event marks the third homicide in Prince Albert in 2025, a statistic that has deeply troubled both residents and city officials. While Prince Albert has long battled issues related to crime and violence, the increasing frequency of homicides in the city has prompted renewed calls for action, funding, and community-based violence prevention strategies.
Community leaders have expressed frustration and sadness in the wake of the latest incident. “We need more than just words. We need resources, programming, and a real plan to make our neighborhoods safer,” said a local youth advocate, speaking outside City Hall.
Local residents, particularly those living in the area of 18th Street West, expressed a growing sense of unease following the discovery. “This is right near where my kids play,” said one resident. “We need to feel safe in our own homes and neighborhoods.”
Community Support and Outreach
In response to the tragedy, local organizations and victim services groups are stepping in to offer support to those affected. Counseling services are being made available for neighbors and anyone in the community experiencing trauma or distress. Prince Albert Victim Services is working closely with police and community partners to provide emotional support and crisis response resources.
Faith leaders and community advocates have also begun organizing vigils and meetings to give residents space to grieve and discuss how to respond as a community. A vigil is tentatively being planned for this upcoming weekend to honor the victim’s life and to call for peace and solidarity in the face of repeated violence.
A Plea for Peace and Justice
As police continue their search for answers, the city of Prince Albert stands at another painful crossroads. The loss of another life not only leaves a permanent scar on the victim’s family and friends but also rattles the broader community’s sense of security and cohesion.