Two people charged with manslaughter after a man died of stab wounds in the Rosscarrock community of southwest Calgary
Annata’Ksisstsi’Kommaokii De’Channa Hope SmithJaden River Big Sorrel HorseNaatoyikakatosina TaCheáh Heaven Wells

Two people charged with manslaughter after a man died of stab wounds in the Rosscarrock community of southwest Calgary

Two individuals, Annata’Ksisstsi’Kommaokii De’Channa Hope Smith, 22, and Naatoyikakatosina TaCheáh Heaven Wells, 23, have been charged with manslaughter following the fatal stabbing of 23-year-old Jaden River Big Sorrel Horse in Calgary's Rosscarrock community on Wednesday night.

CityNews Calgary+1 source31 July 2026 · 21:29 UTC
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Two individuals have been charged with manslaughter in connection with the death of 23-year-old Jaden River Big Sorrel Horse, who succumbed to stab wounds in Calgary's Rosscarrock community.1234

Police responded to a call at approximately 10:50 p.m. on Wednesday, where they found Big Sorrel Horse in medical distress. He was transported to the hospital but later died from his injuries.

An autopsy confirmed the death as a homicide, leading to the charges against Annata’Ksisstsi’Kommaokii De’Channa Hope Smith and Naatoyikakatosina TaCheáh Heaven Wells, both of whom were arrested at the scene. Authorities believe the victim and the accused were known to each other.56

The two are scheduled to appear in court on August 4. Police are urging anyone with additional information to contact them at 403-266-1234 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.910

This incident marks a tragic event in the Rosscarrock community, highlighting ongoing concerns about violence and safety in urban areas.

“The victim and the two accused knew each other,” police stated, indicating a potential motive behind the attack.

The investigation is ongoing as authorities seek to gather more information regarding the circumstances surrounding the stabbing.

Key Insight
“The victim was identified as 23-year-old Jaden River Big Sorrel Horse, and the accused — Annata’Ksisstsi’Kommaokii De’Channa Hope Smith, 22, and Naatoyikakatosina TaCheáh Heaven Wells, 23 — are scheduled to appear in court on Aug. 4. Police earlier said the victim and the two accused knew each other.”
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CityNews Calgary
“Calgary police have charged two people in relation to a suspicious death in the SW community of Rosscarrock earlier this week.”
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Calgary Herald
“Calgary police work at the scene of a fatal stabbing in Rosscarrock in the 1400 block of 38th Street S.W. on Thursday, July 30, 2026.”
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