Mathias Colomb Cree Nation is recognizing one of their First Nation Safety Officers after he saved three lives.

Bobby Castel, an FNSO supervisor, was on regular overnight patrol last Sunday when he saw a skidoo accelerating on mile 99, which he proceeded to follow in his truck.

After catching up with the skidoo at the Duck Shoot area, Castel continued his investigation on foot towards the lake, where he found three people in need and assisted them to his truck. He then proceeded to take all three individuals to the nursing station.

Chief Lorna Bighetty says it’s incidents like this that show the dedication of FNSOs, particularly Castel, who has faced personal attacks and assaults while on the job and on social media.

Bighetty goes on to thank all FNSOs for their service.