The Saskatchewan RCMP held a media availability late this morning following the arrest of 42-year-old Chris Fahlman of Regina, in relation to the fatal shooting of 44-year-old Tanya Myers on Highway 39 this past September. Sergeant Ashley St. Germaine of the Saskatchewan RCMP provided a summary of the events leading up to Fahlman's arrest. She confirmed that investigators determined a man discharged the firearm that struck two vehicles travelling on Highway 39. Fahlman was then taken into custody by Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes in Regina, the morning of Saturday, November 1st. Read more: Suspect charged in shooting incident leading to Tanya Myers death: RCMP “Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes has been diligently investigating the circumstances of Tanya’s death. They have now determined some of those answers. We were able to share them with Tanya's loved ones this weekend and can now share them with the public.” Fahlman was charged with one count manslaughter with firearm, one count careless use of a firearm, one count carry a weapon for the purpose of committing an offence, and one count occupy a motor vehicle knowing there is a firearm inside. He made his first court appearance in Regina today. Read more: Regina man charged in Highway 39 shooting makes first court appearance Some questions were posed regarding the intent behind the incident, citing the manslaughter charge laid alongside carrying a weapon for the purpose of committing an offence. Sgt. St. Germaine says the RCMP is currently unable to comment on evidence and specifics of the investigation but emphasized that the charges laid were supported in consultation with their Crown Counsel. She says they are not currently aware of any direct connection between the accused and the occupants of the two vehicles struck. Updates were provided to Myers’ family; Sgt. St. Germaine says their thoughts are with the family as they continue to grieve and process this information and provided an updated statement from the family. “They ask that you respect their ongoing request for privacy. They did want to express their appreciation of the investigation to date. They also wanted to share that they are relieved that the person responsible has been charged as they can now begin their healing process.” Sgt. St. Germaine also took an opportunity to thank the many law enforcement organizations that assisted in the initial response and following investigation, including the Weyburn Police Service (WPS) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as they were the first to arrive at the scene, and various RCMP detachments, the WPS, Saskatchewan Provincial Protective Services, and the Saskatchewan Marshal Service for conducting increased patrols in the area following the incident. “Last, I want to recognize our Major Crimes investigators. Not all deaths and police investigations attract the public and media interest this one did, but Major Crimes works tirelessly to investigate all suspicious deaths in our jurisdiction, even when we can't share the information publicly yet.” “Major Crimes investigates all suspicious deaths thoroughly with the ultimate goal of charging the person or persons responsible and helping those affected get answers. I'm proud of our team's skills and the dedication today and every day.” The investigation saw appeals to the public, asking for any relevant information, photos, or videos. Sgt. St. Germaine says the public was cooperative, extending thanks to those who provided tips as well as to the media for extending these calls for information. More information on the investigation and the factors that resulted in Fahlman’s arrest will be released as the judicial process carries out. However, Sgt. St. Germaine notes that investigators did a thorough job performing investigative tasks that would point to the person responsible for the offence. She assured that public safety has been at the forefront of the investigation, confirming that the criteria were never met to issue a public safety alert. If an increased risk to the area was ever determined, she says it would have been identified and handled accordingly. Sgt. St. Germaine also addresses public speculation and circulating photos and videos related to the incident and the arrest. She says all footage that may be relevant to the investigation should be forwarded to the RCMP. “In terms of speculation as to what's going on, there is a process in place for that, and that is for the matter to go to court. " “Part of policing is not only finding the answers to what happened, but it's also making sure that we hold that integrity to the investigation and it be able to proceed fairly in court. So, I would discourage speculating or perpetuating rumors about what may or may not have happened and let the court process play out.” The investigation will continue despite Fahlman’s arrest, though there is no evidence to suggest additional suspects. “There's still other outstanding tasks to take care of to ensure that the matter is fully investigated and prepared to go to court. Further charges could come, but at this point in time, we've arrested the one Chris Fahlman and have laid those charges.”