RCMP Warrant Alert: Search for Evan Stares in Central Newfoundland
Gander RCMP have issued a public alert regarding 44-year-old Evan Stares, who is currently the subject of an active arrest warrant. Officers believe he may be in or near the Grand Falls-Windsor area of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Police are asking residents to be alert and to report any information about his current whereabouts. This warrant relates to ongoing Criminal Code matters, and community cooperation is critical to helping officers safely locate and arrest the wanted individual.
Help Locate Wanted Person: Community Assistance Needed
CrimeCanada.ca is amplifying this RCMP appeal and asking our community to assist. If you see Evan Stares or have any information about where he might be, do not approach him yourself. Instead, contact police immediately using the numbers provided below.
Official RCMP Details
According to the official release from Gander RCMP, the following information has been provided about this warrant and request for public assistance:
- Subject of warrant: 44-year-old Evan Stares
- Jurisdiction: Gander RCMP, Newfoundland and Labrador
- Believed location: Police believe he may be in the Grand Falls-Windsor area
- Related Criminal Code charges:
- Mischief under $5,000
- Failure to comply with a probation order
- Appearance note: A photo has been released; investigators indicate his hair is likely longer than it appears in the image.
How to Report Sightings or Information
If you have any information about the current location of Evan Stares, or if you believe you have seen him recently, police are asking you to take the following steps:
- For immediate sightings or urgent concerns: Call 911 without delay.
- To share non-urgent information directly: Contact your local police detachment.
- To provide information anonymously:
- Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
- Visit the Crime Stoppers website: Newfoundland and Labrador Crime Stoppers
- Use the P3Tips mobile app to submit an anonymous tip
When contacting police or Crime Stoppers, provide as much detail as you safely can, such as the date and time of the sighting, exact location, clothing, and direction of travel.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, public alerts about active arrest warrants—especially when a person is believed to be in a specific community—are an important part of keeping residents informed and vigilant. While the charges in this case relate to mischief and a probation breach, unresolved warrants can contribute to a sense of unease and can indicate broader patterns of offending or non-compliance with court orders.
We encourage residents in Newfoundland and Labrador to stay aware of official police notices, to report any suspicious activity, and to use anonymous channels like Crime Stoppers when they are more comfortable doing so. Similar to what we track in smaller communities across Canada—such as our crime statistics and safety data for Stavely, Alberta—timely public reporting helps law enforcement close cases more quickly and supports safer neighbourhoods. Always prioritize your personal safety: do not intervene directly, avoid confrontations, and let trained officers handle any arrest or enforcement.
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.