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]
On December 5, 2025, officers from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police’s Integrated Border Enforcement Team (IBET) working alongside U.S. Border Patrol detected and intercepted a suspicious vehicle approximately 10 kilometers west of Emerson, Manitoba. The vehicle fled upon seeing officers but was stopped, resulting in the arrest of the male driver. In close proximity to the interception site, four migrants were found and detained without incident. They have since been handed over to the Canadian Border Services Agency in Emerson for further immigration processing. This incident underscores increased migrant attempts to cross the Canada-U.S. border in rural Manitoba, posing ongoing... [Continue Reading]
On March 9, 2026, Mary’s Harbour RCMP responded to a report of a stolen pickup truck taken from a home in Port Hope Simpson, Newfoundland and Labrador. At approximately 7:45 p.m., officers spotted the vehicle traveling toward St. Lewis and attempted to pull it over, but the driver fled. The chase lasted nearly an hour, with RCMP officers from Forteau assisting in tracking the vehicle. The suspect finally stopped near Red Bay where police arrested him without further incident. The man, identified as 38-year-old Simon Garceau from Fermont, Quebec, was transported back to Mary’s Harbour to face charges including possession... [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]
On March 6, 2026, at around 1:38 a.m., Sussex RCMP officers attempted to stop a vehicle near Havelock, New Brunswick, due to a Motor Vehicle Act violation. The driver, a 29-year-old man from Three Rivers, fled in the vehicle, which was driving erratically on a gravel road before crashing into a ditch. The driver then fled on foot, but the female passenger, aged 38, was detained at the scene. New Brunswick RCMP’s Police Dog Services were called to track the fleeing suspect. The driver was subsequently located and arrested without further incident. He is now facing charges related to evading... [Continue Reading]
On March 7, 2026, Nova Scotia RCMP Metro Traffic Services conducted a routine traffic stop on Hwy. 102 near Fall River that led to the arrest of a 26-year-old man from Truro. Officers detected illegal cannabis products inside the vehicle, which triggered a search and subsequent seizure of the contraband. The cannabis was reportedly bound for sale at an unauthorized storefront. The accused was charged with Possession of Proceeds of Crime under the Criminal Code and four counts under the Cannabis Control Act. After being released on bail, he is scheduled to appear in Dartmouth Provincial Court at a later... [Continue Reading]
On March 10, 2026, the RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme issued a statement addressing the recent shooting in Toronto, describing it as a serious national security concern. The RCMP is working closely with the Toronto Police Service and international partners to investigate the incident and uncover the attackers' motives. This incident has generated considerable anxiety among Toronto residents and Canadians nationwide. The RCMP has committed to sharing intelligence in real time to ensure a coordinated response. There is an emphasis on the broader scope of RCMP responsibilities across Canada, including protecting designated individuals and collaborating with other police services. The investigation's... [Continue Reading]
In Pemberton, British Columbia, the Sea to Sky RCMP has initiated a focused campaign throughout March addressing distracted driving and seatbelt usage. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police will conduct frequent seatbelt checkpoints and increased patrols to catch distracted drivers, who divert their attention from the road while operating vehicles. This crackdown responds to a seasonal uptick in cyclists and pedestrians sharing the roads due to warmer weather, heightening the risk of collisions. Distracted driving includes any activity that diverts attention from driving, such as using mobile devices, which significantly endangers drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike. Authorities warn that failing... [Continue Reading]
Penticton’s local government and community partners introduced the “Not in My Community” campaign on March 10, 2026, to confront intimate partner violence (IPV). The campaign focuses on preventing abuse, improving enforcement efforts, and increasing access to victim support services. Key collaborators include the City of Penticton, Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen RCMP, Penticton RCMP Victim Services, South Okanagan Women in Need Society, the Snpink’tn Indian Band, and School District 67. This multi-agency effort aims to educate the public, strengthen services for victims, and ensure offenders are held accountable. The move responds to police data indicating that family violence accounts for roughly... [Continue Reading]