Community Alert: Arrest Warrant for 20-Year-Old in Nain, NL
Section 1: The Alert
Nain RCMP has issued an arrest warrant for 20-year-old Thomas Rich, who is currently being sought by police and is believed to be actively avoiding arrest. Officers are asking residents in and around Nain, Newfoundland and Labrador to be vigilant and to report any information that could help locate him.
Rich is wanted in connection with alleged property-related offences, including break and enter and mischief. This alert is being shared so community members have the information they need to stay aware and can assist police responsibly and safely.
Section 2: Official Details
According to the official information released by Nain RCMP, an arrest warrant has been issued for Thomas Rich (20). He is currently wanted on criminal charges and is believed to be evading police contact.
Charges reported by RCMP:
- Break and enter
- Mischief
A recent photograph of the wanted individual has been provided by police to assist the public in recognizing him:
RCMP-supplied image of Thomas Rich.
How the CrimeCanada community can help:
CrimeCanada.ca is urging residents in Nain and across Newfoundland and Labrador to review the photo carefully and contact police if they have any information about Rich’s current whereabouts. Do not attempt to confront or detain any wanted person yourself. Instead, immediately contact law enforcement using the numbers below.
Contact information provided by RCMP:
- To report information directly to police: call Nain RCMP at 709-922-2862
- To report information anonymously: contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
- Submit anonymous tips online via Newfoundland and Labrador Crime Stoppers
- Anonymous mobile tips can also be shared through the P3Tips app
Community reporting plays a significant role in resolving cases involving wanted individuals. In other parts of Canada, such as communities tracked on our Richibucto crime statistics and safety data page, public tips often help police bring investigations to a safe conclusion. The same kind of community vigilance is vital for public safety in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, alerts about arrest warrants are a key part of keeping the Newfoundland and Labrador community informed and prepared. Offences such as break and enter and mischief can create real stress and financial impact for residents and businesses, especially in smaller or remote communities like Nain, where resources can be more limited and property crime can have a deeper local effect.
We encourage residents to take basic safety steps: secure doors and windows, use exterior lighting where possible, and document serial numbers or photos of valuable items to aid police in investigations if theft or damage occurs. Just as importantly, if you see suspicious activity—such as unfamiliar individuals loitering around properties, attempts to force entry, or unusual late-night behaviour—report it to RCMP or, if you prefer to remain anonymous, to Crime Stoppers. Your observations, even if they seem minor, can be the missing piece that helps resolve an investigation and prevent further offences in the community.
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 newfoundland-and-labrador 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.