Canada knife attacker suspect captured following three-day manhunt after stabbing spree left 10 dead

A SUSPECTED knifeman accused of killing 10 people in a stabbing spree in Canada has been captured after a three-day manhunt. Myles Sanderson was taken into police custody in Rosthern in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, not far from where his alleged crimes took place. Canadian knife attack suspect Myles Sanderson has been arrestedAP His brother Damien was found shot dead on MondayEPA Police arrested Sanderson at around 3.30pm local time (10.30pm BST). They added that there was “no longer a risk to public safety relating to this investigation”. He is accused of taking part in a series of stabbings over the course of several hours on Sunday along with his brother, who was found shot dead earlier this week. Damien Sanderson’s body was discovered in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan late on Monday, police announced. READ MORE ON CANADA GUN RAMPAGE Shooting rampage leaves two dead and woman critical on streets in Canada ROBERT HALFON Next PM needs to get tough on rip-off fuel prices or face Canada-style action His injuries were not self-inflicted, according to police, who said it is possible he was targeted by his own brother. Damien’s body was found in a heavily grassed area close to a house on the James Smith Cree Nation, near where the ten victims of Sunday’s stabbings were found. Myles was earlier believed to be in the city of Regina with another unknown person. On Monday, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police issued an update to its Dangerous Person Alert for Myles Sanderson, stating that “he may be injured and seek medical attention”. 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Just hours before the stabbings, Lana had posted a heartbreaking message on Facebook, saying that she had “so many good memories to cherish”. The pair are thought to have gone door-to-door armed with knives in the James Smith Cree Nation, where a state of emergency was declared, and the village of Weldon. Their motive remains unclear but police sources said the attacks could be “drug-related”. Both were charged on Monday with first-degree murder, attempted murder and breaking and entering into a residence, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police said. Helicopters and hundreds of police were involved in one of the biggest manhunts in Canadian history, with the men thought to have gone on the run in a black Nissan Rogue SUV. He [Myles Sanderson] may be injured and seek medical attention Royal Canadian Mounted Police The shocking rampage began at around 5.40am local time on Sunday – 11.40am in the UK. Dead and wounded victims were found in 13 different places. Police said some of the victims appear to have been targeted by the suspects – but others were attacked at random. Royal Canadian Mounted Police Assistant Commissioner Rhonda Blackmore could not provide a motive for the killers. But the chief of the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations gave a statement suggesting the stabbings could be drug-related. Chief Bobby Cameron said: “This is the destruction we face when harmful illegal drugs invade our communities, and we demand all authorities to take direction from the Chiefs and Councils and their membership to create safer and healthier communities for our people.” Three medical helicopters were dispatched – two from the province’s largest city Saskatoon and one from Regina – to assist with first response efforts. Among the ten victims were mum-of-two Lana Head and Wes Petterson, a widower who lived with his grandson in Weldon. ReutersForensics officers probing the scene in Saskatchewan[/caption] FacebookMum-of-two Lana Head was among the 10 killed[/caption] ReutersCops are investigating the stabbings[/caption] APForensics officers combed through the area on Sunday[/caption] The stabbings are believed to have begun around 5.40am on Sunday, with cops quickly rushing to the sceneAP Neighbour Ruby Works said: “He didn’t do anything. He didn’t deserve this. He was a good, kind-hearted man. “No one in this town is ever going to sleep again. They’re going to be terrified to open their door.” Another neighbour, Robert Rush, said Mr Petterson’s grandson was in the basement when he was stabbed and phoned police. According to reports, Ms Head’s partner was also killed in the attack. ‘SHOCKED AND DEVASTATED’ Last May, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers issued a wanted list that included Myles Sanderson, writing that he was unlawfully at large. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he was “shocked and devastated by the horrific attacks”. He added: “As Canadians, we mourn with everyone affected by this tragic violence, and with the people of Saskatchewan. We also wish a full and quick recovery to those injured. “I thank the first responders for their hard work to apprehend the suspects, protect people, and treat the injured. “The Government of Canada has been in direct communication with the James Smith Cree Nation community leadership and we are ready to assist in any way we can. “Those responsible for today’s abhorrent attacks must be fully brought to justice.” James Smith Cree Nation is an indigenous community with a population of about 3,400 people largely engaged in farming, hunting and fishing. Weldon is a village of some 200 people. The attack is one of the deadliest mass killings in Canada’s history. Read More on The Sun RARE TALENT I have no collar bones & people are always stunned when I show them my ‘trick’ LIGHT WEIGHT I get slammed for having my Christmas decs up early - but I have a good reason In 2020, a man disguised as a police officer shot people in their homes and set fires across the province of Nova Scotia, killing 22 people. The previous year, a man used a van to kill ten pedestrians in Toronto. Universal News & SportThe suspects were described as armed and dangerous[/caption] Universal News & SportRoyal Canadian Mounted Police Assistant Commissioner Rhonda Blackmore said victims appeared to be knifed in both random and targeted attacks[/caption]