16 arrested individuals remain in custody after search warrant executed in Richmound
By Kate Winquist
Your Southwest Media Group
On September 3, 2025, at approximately 4:30 a.m., the Saskatchewan RCMP executed a search warrant at a privately owned, decommissioned school in Richmound, Saskatchewan, which was occupied by a group of individuals.
Drone photo courtesy Saskatchewan RCMP
The investigation began on August 25, 2025, following a report of an individual possessing a firearm within the building. The operation, which involved extensive monitoring for public safety risks, was overseen by experienced senior officers and comprised RCMP officers from across the province, including specialized units such as the Critical Incident Response Team, Tactical Support Group, and Police Dog Services, as well as the Remotely Piloted Aircraft System. Assistance was also provided by the Regina Police Service's SWAT program. Over 30 police vehicles and two tactical vehicles were present.
Officers cleared approximately eight RVs on the property and conducted a systematic search of the building. Sixteen individuals were arrested (11 females and 5 males): All arrests were completed by 6 a.m.
The next phase involves ongoing searches of the building, evidence collection, and interviews. As of the latest update, no charges have been laid. Four replica handguns were seized: one from inside the building and three from vehicles.
Fire investigators from the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency are conducting a separate investigation into modifications made to the school structure.
The RCMP emphasized the complexity of the operation, the professionalism of the investigative team, and their commitment to transparency while respecting the integrity of the investigation and the privacy of those involved. The safety of the public and residents of Richmound was the highest priority throughout.
Regarding the large response to a report of one firearm, authorities stated that further evidence gathered during the investigation established the threshold for executing the warrant. Risk assessments considered the potential for additional firearms and ongoing risks to public safety.
All 16 arrested individuals remain in custody, awaiting potential charges or release in accordance with legal timelines. One individual, identifying herself as Ramona, the self-proclaimed leader of the "Kingdom of Canada" group, has been confirmed in custody. Firearms experts are still determining the nature of the replica handguns.
The current investigation was triggered by the firearm report on August 25, 2025, which, along with other investigations into the "Kingdom of Canada," provided sufficient grounds to obtain the search warrant. Investigations into the group's activities are ongoing, and evidence of past offences can still lead to charges.
The Regina Provincial General Investigation Section is leading the interviews and evidence collection as part of the Saskatchewan Major Crime Branch. The execution of the search warrant is expected to take considerable time due to the property's size and scope. Arrested individuals are subject to potential court-ordered conditions, but no charges have been laid yet. The operation proceeded peacefully, with no reports of gunfire exchanged.