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Loss of Frank Young: his family speaks for the first time

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The family of young Frank Young spoke for the first time, 28 days after his disappearance. The 5-year-old boy was last seen on April 19 at Red Earth Cree First Nation.

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Frank Young’s grandmother, Teresa Whitecap, said her family was devastated by the loss of the child, but she remains hopeful she will be found.

We hope every day Frank comes back to us. I encourage my nephews to keep hope alive and that is what drives us forward.

A quote from Teresa Whitecap, grandmother of Frank Young

Teresa Whitecap said Frank Young was a loving, creative boy who enjoyed playing outside with his friends.

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He said he likes to make crafts and give them to his aunt, who is also his nanny.

Call for help from federal and provincial governments

Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations of Saskatchewan (FSIN) leader Bobby Cameron has appealed to federal and provincial governments.

He asked Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe to support the search for Frank Young through the deployment of Canadian Rangers and additional resources.

Do it for the community of Shoal Lake and of Pulang Lupa.

A quote from Bobby Cameron, Chief of the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations of Saskatchewan (FSIN)

The Head of the First Nation of Shoal LakeMarcel Head, also appealed to federal and provincial governments for community members to have more mental health support.

Mr. thanked. Head the volunteers who supported the family as well as those who joined the candlelight vigil held in Prince Albert on Sunday.

Source: Radio-Canada

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