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Gander RCMP seek 46-year-old Philip Anstey on arrest warrant

Gander RCMP are asking for help locating Philip Anstey, 46, who is wanted after failing to appear in court. Police believe he is likely in Gander or the Twillingate area.

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Anyone with information is asked to contact police. Contact details are in the article below.

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Gander RCMP are asking the public to help locate Philip Anstey, 46, who is wanted on an active arrest warrant after failing to appear in court as scheduled. In an appeal issued Nov. 5, 2026, police said they believe he is likely in Gander or the Twillingate area.

Police seek information on whereabouts

According to the RCMP, Anstey’s arrest warrant is active. Officers are seeking information about his current location and have asked members of the public to contact the Gander detachment if they can help locate him.

The RCMP attached a photo of Anstey to its appeal. Police said they believe he is likely in Gander or in the Twillingate area, and are asking anyone with information about where he is now to come forward.

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How to contact police

Anyone with information about Anstey’s current location can contact Gander RCMP at 709‑256‑6841. The detachment is seeking the public’s assistance in finding him following his missed court appearance.

People who prefer to share information anonymously can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). The RCMP included both the detachment number and the Crime Stoppers number in its appeal for help locating Anstey.

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This article is based on the official statement linked below. Charges are allegations; everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.

Official source: RCMP

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