A physical search for the remains of Megan Gallagher has started on the South Sask. River near St. Louis. (Susan McNeil/paNOW)
Crime

Eighth arrest in Gallagher murder

Sep 29, 2022 | 2:17 PM

An eighth person has been charged in connection with the death of Megan Gallagher.

Robin Tyler John, age 34, was arrested at a correctional facility on Beardy’s and Okemasis First Nation this morning and charged with the unlawful confinement and aggravated assault of Gallagher.

John was in custody at the Willow Cree Healing Lodge on an unrelated matter when he was arrested.

He has been taken to the Saskatoon Police detention centre and remains in police custody. John will appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court on Monday, October 3.

Investigators say more arrests are pending.

A search of the South Saskatchewan River near St. Louis started this morning and will continue for another three days.

Anyone with information believed to be relevant to the investigation or planned search can contact the SPS directly at 306-975-8300 or report it anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

susan.mcneil@pattisonmedia.com

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