Curtis Sagmoen, A Name Linked to Tragedy, is Dead

In a startling turn of events, Curtis Sagmoen, a notorious figure in the North Okanagan known for his violent history against women in the sex trade, has died. The grim announcement came as a shock to many, including the family of Traci Genereaux, a young woman whose tragic story is forever entwined with Sagmoen.

A Shadowy Past

Genereaux's family revealed the news to the Vernon Morning Star, expressing a blend of relief and sorrow. Traci went missing in May 2017, and her remains were discovered later that year on a property owned by Sagmoen’s family. Despite this harrowing connection, Sagmoen was never charged in relation to her death.

A Criminal Record of Abuse

Sagmoen, born in 1980, had a long history of threatening and violent behavior towards women. His crimes include an assault on a sex worker with an ATV in August 2017. As of his death, he was not incarcerated, though he faced legal issues and was due in court for a breach of probation in July 2025.

Mixed Emotions from Victims' Families

Darcy Martin, Genereaux's grandmother, expressed her mixed feelings about Sagmoen's death. While she felt relief knowing he could no longer harm anyone, she lamented that the truth behind Traci's disappearance would likely remain a mystery. "The universe caught up with him," Martin stated, highlighting the complex emotions surrounding this news.

Continuing the Fight for Justice

In the wake of this news, both Martin and Genereaux's mother are gearing up to attend the upcoming Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women rally on May 1 at the Splatsin Centre. They stand in solidarity with families of other missing individuals, each bearing their own pain and unanswered questions.

A Community in Mourning and Resolve

In recent years, multiple families in the area have also faced their own tragedies. Women like Nicole Bell, Deanna Wertz, and Caitlin Potts have all disappeared under mysterious circumstances, while Ashley Simpson's remains were discovered in 2021, leading to a life sentence for her murderer. The community is united in calling for justice, as they confront these deep-seated issues of violence and disappearance.