The Prince George RCMP has named 26-year-old James Andrew Wessel as wanted in connection with an outstanding warrant. Law enforcement officials have described Wessel as dangerous, cautioning the public to avoid any attempts to approach him. The RCMP is actively seeking information regarding his whereabouts to prevent any potential threat to the community. Residents of Prince George and the wider British Columbia area are directly affected as the police prioritize locating and apprehending Wessel to maintain public safety. The RCMP has provided contact numbers for reporting sightings or information, highlighting both local police and Crime Stoppers as reporting options. This... [Continue Reading]
Yorkton RCMP confirmed that on March 10, 2026, Jefferson Jobb escaped custody from the Whitespruce Provincial Training Centre. He was last seen around 1 p.m. on Broadway Street in Yorkton. Authorities launched an immediate manhunt, canvassing known locations frequented by Jobb and seeking public help to locate him. Jefferson Jobb is described as a tall and heavily tattooed man, standing approximately 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighing 245 pounds. His distinct tattoos include the numbers '306' on his cheek, which could aid recognition. At this time, it is unclear what clothing he wore at the time of escape. The... [Continue Reading]
Martin Schlaepfer, a 67-year-old Swiss businessman, admitted guilt to charges related to a multimillion-dollar securities fraud that duped investors with fictitious investment opportunities. Acting as the CEO of the sham Malom Group AG, Schlaepfer and co-conspirators lured victims by promising access to lucrative investments and substantial loans backed by fabricated bank documents. Victims wired approximately $6 million, which was diverted for personal use by the conspirators. Initially indicted in 2013, Schlaepfer evaded arrest for nearly 11 years before being detained in Italy in September 2024. He was extradited to the United States in July 2025 to face prosecution. This case... [Continue Reading]