Community Alert: Canada‑Wide Warrant for Man Linked to Chilliwack
Section 1: The Alert
The Chilliwack RCMP are asking for the public’s help to find 65-year-old Rodney Starke, who is wanted on a Canada‑wide warrant for being unlawfully at large. He was last seen on April 1, 2026, and police have been unable to locate him since. At the time he was last observed, he was wearing a black jacket and blue jeans.
Starke is under a 10‑year Long‑Term Supervision Order related to multiple serious convictions and is now unlawfully at large. While the warrant is connected to the Chilliwack, British Columbia area, investigators believe he may be travelling within British Columbia, including the Vancouver region, or attempting to reach Alberta. Police stress that members of the public should not approach him, but instead contact authorities immediately if he is seen.
Section 2: Official Details
According to the official RCMP file (File # 2026-12934), officers are searching for Rodney Starke, who is wanted on a Canada‑wide warrant for being unlawfully at large while subject to a Long‑Term Supervision Order.
Photo of the Wanted Individual
Please carefully review the image below. If you recognize this individual or believe you have seen him, contact police immediately.
Image: RCMP-supplied photograph of Rodney Starke.
Current Legal Status and Relevant Convictions
Starke is currently serving a 10‑year Long‑Term Supervision Order for the following convictions:
- Aggravated assault
- Assault with a weapon
- Forcible confinement
- Identity theft
- Theft over $5,000
- Use, trafficking or possession of a forged document
- Identity fraud with intent to obtain property
- Failure to comply with an undertaking
- Breach of a Long‑Term Supervision Order
Physical Description
Police have released the following description of Rodney Starke:
- Age: 65 years
- Sex: Male
- Race: Caucasian
- Height: 6’0"
- Weight: Approximately 200 lbs
- Hair: Bald
- Eyes: Hazel
- Last seen wearing: Black jacket and blue jeans
Possible Whereabouts and Behaviour
Investigators advise that:
- Starke has no known personal ties to Chilliwack.
- He may be trying to travel from British Columbia toward Alberta.
- He may also be in or around the Vancouver area.
- He is believed to have limited financial resources and may request assistance (money, rides, lodging, or other help) from members of the public.
How the Community Can Help
CrimeCanada.ca is urgently asking our community to assist police in locating Rodney Starke. If you see him, or have any information about where he might be, you are asked to contact police immediately. Do not engage with him or attempt to detain him yourself.
Do not approach. If you believe you have seen Starke or know his current location:
- Call 911 right away for any active sighting or immediate concern.
- You may also contact your local police detachment through their non-emergency line to provide tips or information about past sightings.
Residents who want to better understand crime patterns and supervision-related cases in the area can review our Chilliwack crime statistics and safety report or explore broader Chilliwack-area safety data to see how alerts like this fit into local public safety trends.
Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, an unlawfully at large offender under a Long‑Term Supervision Order is a serious public safety concern for communities across British Columbia, not just in Chilliwack. These orders are imposed on individuals with significant criminal histories, often involving violence or complex fraud, and are designed to manage ongoing risk in the community. When someone in this category cannot be located, it is vital that residents stay alert and report any possible sightings to police without delay.
For your safety, avoid offering rides, cash, or accommodation to strangers who match this description, especially if their story seems inconsistent or they appear evasive about their identity. Trust your instincts: if you feel something is wrong, step back to a safe place and contact 911 or your local police. Community vigilance, timely reporting of suspicious behaviour, and staying informed through reliable sources are key parts of building safer neighbourhoods throughout British Columbia.
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 british-columbia 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.