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THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2003

Two police officers may have knowledge of the death of an Aboriginal youth in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

The police officers are seeking standing the inquest into the death of Neil Stonechild, 17. One had contact with Stonechild before was found frozen to death on the outskirts of town in November 2000, says the officer's lawyer.

Aboriginals have long suspected police involvement.

Get the Story:
Police apply to testify at Stonechild inquiry (CBC 4/30)
Police seek standing at inquiry into aboriginal teen's death (CBC 4/30)

Relevant Links:
Starlight Tours, from the CBC - http://cbc.ca/national/magazine/starlight/index.html

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