Nunavut RCMP Wanted Alert: Search for Ken Papatsie
Nunavut RCMP have issued a territory-wide arrest warrant for Ken Papatsie, age 35, in connection with serious violent and sexual offence allegations. The warrant applies across all of Nunavut, and officers are asking the public to help locate him as soon as possible.
Papatsie is wanted on multiple Criminal Code charges, including sexual assault, aggravated assault, and breaches of probation. Anyone who sees him or has information about his current location is urged to contact the Pangnirtung RCMP detachment or their local police service immediately, and not to approach him directly.
Help RCMP Locate Wanted Individual
Community assistance is urgently requested. The Nunavut RCMP are actively trying to find Ken Papatsie, who is subject to a Nunavut-wide arrest warrant under RCMP File numbers 2026-577918 and 2026-598432. The public’s vigilance can play a critical role in safely resolving this warrant.
If you recognize Papatsie or know where he might be, you are asked to contact the Pangnirtung RCMP at 867-473-1111, or get in touch with your local police of jurisdiction. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can provide information through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Sharing accurate tips with police has been shown, in communities across Canada such as those featured in our crime statistics and safety reports, to be a key factor in resolving serious cases.
RCMP Reported Charges
According to the official RCMP release, Ken Papatsie is currently wanted on the following charges under the Criminal Code of Canada:
- One count of Sexual Assault, contrary to Section 271 C.C.
- One count of Aggravated Assault, contrary to Section 268 C.C.
- Two counts of Breach of Probation, contrary to Section 733.1(1) C.C.
These allegations involve significant harm and risk to community safety. As with other communities we analyze, including smaller municipalities like Kenaston and other rural areas, prompt reporting of information can help police intervene quickly in high-risk situations.
Suspect Description
The RCMP have provided the following physical description to help the public identify Ken Papatsie:
- Age: 35 years
- Sex: Inuk male
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches
- Weight: Approximately 176 lbs
- Build: Slim
- Hair: Black
- Eyes: Brown
- Distinctive feature: Tattoo of a star below the left eye
How to Provide Information
Do not attempt to detain or confront Papatsie yourself. If you believe you have seen him, or have information about his movements or location, use one of the following contacts:
- Pangnirtung RCMP: 867-473-1111
- Your local police of jurisdiction: Call your local non-emergency number or 911 in an emergency
- Crime Stoppers (anonymous tips): 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
Provide as many details as possible (time, location, clothing, direction of travel, and whether he was alone or with others) to assist officers in their response.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
At CrimeCanada.ca, we treat warrants involving alleged sexual and aggravated assaults as high-priority public safety concerns for the Nunavut community. These types of offences can have deep and long-lasting impacts on victims, families, and entire communities, especially in smaller or remote regions where people are closely connected and support services may be limited.
We encourage residents to stay aware of official alerts, look out for one another, and report suspicious or high-risk situations to police promptly. When someone is wanted on serious violent and sexual offence charges, information from community members can help reduce risk and support timely law enforcement action. If you or someone you know has been affected by violence or sexual assault, consider reaching out to local health, victim services, or community support organizations for confidential help and guidance.
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 nunavut 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.