Community Alert: RCMP Seek Wanted Man in Avalon East District
The Avalon East District RCMP are actively searching for 33-year-old Johnathan Richard Cole of Colliers, Newfoundland and Labrador. Police have outstanding arrest warrants for Cole, and investigators report that he is currently avoiding contact with law enforcement.
Cole is wanted in relation to multiple alleged offences under the Criminal Code, including accusations that he did not follow conditions ordered by the court and failed to appear in court as required. This alert has been issued to inform residents of the situation and to request help from the public in locating him.
Official RCMP Details
According to the official information from the RCMP in Newfoundland and Labrador, officers are attempting to arrest Johnathan Richard Cole, age 33, who is the subject of active arrest warrants. He is wanted in connection with offences related to court compliance and attendance.
Alleged offences (Criminal Code-related):
- Failing to comply with conditions ordered by the court
- Failing to attend court as required
Suspect identification details:
- Name: Johnathan Richard Cole (also referenced as Johnathon Cole in the attached photo caption)
- Age: 33 years
- Hometown: Colliers, Newfoundland and Labrador
- Sex: Male
- Ethnicity: Caucasian
- Height: Approximately 5′ 6″ (five feet, six inches)
- Weight: Approximately 120 pounds
- Hair: Brown
- Eyes: Brown
- Distinctive mark: A faint droplet tattoo under the left eye
Photo of wanted individual:
RCMP-issued image of 33-year-old Johnathan Richard Cole, who is currently wanted on arrest warrants.
How the Community Can Help
CrimeCanada.ca is asking our community to assist the Avalon East District RCMP in locating this wanted individual. If you recognize Johnathan Richard Cole, know where he is, or have any information that could help police, you are urged to contact investigators immediately. Do not attempt to approach or detain anyone yourself; leave any intervention to trained officers.
If you have information, contact:
- Holyrood RCMP: 709-229-3892
- Crime Stoppers (anonymous tip line): 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
- Online: www.nlcrimestoppers.com
- Mobile: Use the P3Tips app for anonymous submissions
Anonymous reporting through Crime Stoppers has been an important tool in many Canadian communities, from rural regions to smaller centres like those tracked in our Cole Bay, Saskatchewan crime and safety statistics. Local information shared safely and responsibly can play a critical role in locating wanted individuals and supporting ongoing investigations.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, alerts about individuals wanted on outstanding warrants are a key part of community safety in Newfoundland and Labrador. When someone is alleged to have ignored court-ordered conditions or failed to attend court, it can signal ongoing risk or instability that the justice system is working to address. Keeping the public informed allows residents to be more aware of their surroundings and to share information that could help resolve the case.
Residents are encouraged to stay observant, avoid sharing unverified rumours on social media, and instead provide concrete information directly to Holyrood RCMP (709-229-3892) or Crime Stoppers (1-800-222-8477). If you think you see the wanted individual, move to a safe location and call police rather than engaging. Community cooperation—grounded in factual information from official sources—is central to our mission of supporting safer neighbourhoods across the province and the country.
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.