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Pimicikamak Cree Nation, a First Nation community in northern Manitoba, has been placed under lockdown after a fatal shooting prompted an ongoing RCMP investigation.

Chief David Monias posted about the lockdown early Saturday, saying one person has died following what he described as a “serious incident” involving gunfire. RCMP Major Crime Services is investigating.

Treaty and Indian Days celebrations have been cancelled until further notice, according to the chief.

Residents have been told to stay inside their homes, lock their doors and windows, keep children indoors and avoid opening their…

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