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Dency Herman, 29, is wanted for attempted murder. (submitted photo/RCMP)
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La Ronge RCMP seek assistance locating man wanted for attempted murder

May 24, 2023 | 4:22 PM

UPDATE: Dency Herman was arrested without incident just south of Prince Albert, with the assistance of Prince Albert RCMP and Saskatchewan RCMP’s Warrant Enforcement and Suppression Team (WEST).

La Ronge RCMP is asking for the public’s help in finding a man wanted on four counts of attempted murder.

Dency Herman, 29, was allegedly involved in the discharge of a firearm into a residence in La Ronge during the early morning of May 22. There were two adults and two youth inside the residence at the time of the shooting and he is believed to have fled on foot after the incident.

No injuries were reported to police.

Herman is described as a male, approximately 5-8 and 180 pounds with short black hair and brown eyes. He has tattoos of a skull, flames, and cards on his right forearm, as well as tattoos on his left wrist/forearm. Herman was last seen wearing a grey hoodie with joggers.

La Ronge RCMP is investigating along with officers from the Prince Albert RCMP Forensic Identification Services. Officers are following-up on all information provided to them to help locate Herman and determine the circumstances of the incident.

An arrest warrant has been issued for Herman on charges of four counts of attempted murder, multiple firearms offenses and failing to comply with conditions of a release order.

Herman is considered to be armed and dangerous. If he is seen, do not approach, and report the sighting to police by calling 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone with information on Herman’s whereabouts is asked to contact their nearest police service or La Ronge RCMP at 306-425-6730. Calls to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 can also be made. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

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