Behchokǫ̀ RCMP Alert: Public Help Sought to Locate Wanted Man

Behchokǫ̀ RCMP in the Northwest Territories are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 37-year-old Joey James “DJ” Chocolate, who is currently wanted on several serious criminal charges. Investigators believe he is in or around the community of Behchokǫ̀.

This wanted person alert is active as of May 12, 2026. Police are urging residents not to approach the individual if seen, but instead to immediately contact law enforcement using the official numbers provided below.

Official Details from Behchokǫ̀ RCMP

According to the RCMP – Northwest Territories, an arrest warrant has been issued for Joey James Chocolate, who also goes by the nickname “DJ Chocolate”. He is facing multiple charges under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

Current charges listed on the arrest warrant include:

• Forcible confinement, contrary to section 279(2) of the Criminal Code
• Assault, contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code
• Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
• Failure to comply with a probation order, contrary to section 733.1(1) of the Criminal Code

Suspect description:

• Indigenous male
• Age: 37 years
• Hair: Black
• Eyes: Brown
• Height: Approximately 168 cm (about 5’6")
• Weight: Approximately 73 kg (about 160 lbs)
• Name: Joey James Chocolate
• Alias: “DJ Chocolate”

Police believe he is currently in the Behchokǫ̀ area.

Image of Wanted Individual

RCMP have released the following image to help the public recognize the wanted individual:

Image released by Behchokǫ̀ RCMP of 37-year-old Joey James “DJ” Chocolate, who is currently wanted on multiple charges.

How the Community Can Help

Do not attempt to confront or detain this individual yourself. If you see someone matching this description, or if you have any information that could help officers find him, contact the police immediately.

Contact information for tips:

• Behchokǫ̀ RCMP Detachment: 867-392-1111
• Crime Stoppers (anonymous tips): https://p3tips.com

Crime Canada is asking our community members in and around Behchokǫ̀ to stay alert, share this information responsibly, and report any relevant observations to police or Crime Stoppers. For broader context on local trends, you can review Behchokò crime statistics and safety data to better understand the risk environment in the area.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, an alert involving allegations of forcible confinement, assault, drug trafficking, and non-compliance with court-ordered conditions is highly significant for community safety in the Northwest Territories. These types of offences can be linked to elevated risks of violence, intimidation, and substance-related harm in smaller communities where residents often know one another and public spaces are shared closely.

We encourage residents to prioritize personal safety by avoiding direct involvement with wanted individuals, keeping doors and vehicles locked, and paying attention to unusual activity in their neighbourhood. If you receive information about a person who is wanted by police, the safest and most effective action is to contact Behchokǫ̀ RCMP at 867-392-1111 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at p3tips.com. Community cooperation with investigators is a key factor in resolving these cases quickly and reducing the likelihood of further harm.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the northwest-territories community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.