Damien Sanderson (left) was found dead but Myles Sanderson (right) is still at large
(Picture: AP)One of two brothers wanted over a mass stabbing attack that left 10 people dead and 18 injured in Canada has been found dead.
The body of Damien Sanderson was found on Monday in the remote indigenous community of James Smith Cree Nation where many of the victims of the rampage lived.
An officer said the 31-year-old had injuries that did not appear self-inflicted - but gave no further details.
He had been charged earlier with murder alongside his brother Myles Sanderson over the stabbing spree on Sunday which is one of the deadliest attacks in Canada’s modern history.
The brothers are believed to have stabbed the victims across 13 sites in the indigenous reserve and in the nearby village of Weldon, northeast of the city of Saskatoon.
Police said some of the victims appeared to have been targeted, while others were apparently attacked at random.
On Monday police said Damien’s body had been found “in a heavily grassed area in proximity to a house that was being examined”.
Police said they were investigating whether Myles may also have killed his brother, and could have sustained injuries that might cause him to seek medical attention.
A huge manhunt continued for Myles who remained on the run and was considered who was considered armed and dangerous.
It is believed he could still be in Regina, just over 200 miles south of the communities where the stabbings occurred, where a reported sighting took place following the attacks.
He was reported to have fled the scene of the attacks in a black Nissan Rogue SUV. Police had said on Sunday it was believed both brothers had fled together to the city in the vehicle.
Myles had previous run-ins with the law, and has been wanted since May when he stopped meeting his parole officer after serving a sentence for assault, robbery, mischief and uttering threats, according to reports.
One of the victims of the attack has been named as mother-of-two Lana Head.
Michael Brett Burns, her former partner, wrote on Facebook: ‘You will be missed dearly Lana. Thank you for beautiful daughters and granddaughters.’
A friend also paid tribute to Head, writing on Facebook: “I love you and say prayers for your children, grandchildren, your family. I am going to miss your sweet hello’s and messages. I will forever cherish your sweet demeanor and caring ways.”
Prince William today described the attacks as “truly heart-breaking.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of these horrific acts and all those that have lost loved ones. Catherine and I send our best wishes to the people of Canada,” he tweeted.
The attacks at James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon, Saskatchewan are truly heart-breaking.
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) September 6, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of these horrific acts and all those that have lost loved ones.
Catherine and I send our best wishes to the people of Canada. W
