Community Alert: Whitehorse RCMP Seek Wanted Man in Firearm Robbery Case
Section 1: The Alert
Whitehorse RCMP have issued a public alert and are asking for help locating 56-year-old Terence Bolton, who is currently wanted on an arrest warrant in connection with a robbery involving a firearm and multiple firearms-related offences. The investigation is being led out of Whitehorse, Yukon, but the search area extends beyond the territory.
According to the official RCMP information dated April 23, 2026, Bolton is believed to spend time in both Whitehorse and Haines Junction, and may also be living elsewhere in Alberta or southern British Columbia. Police are urging residents in these regions to stay alert, review the description carefully, and report any possible sightings immediately.
Section 2: Official Details
Who RCMP are looking for:
- Name: Terence Bolton
- Age: 56 years old
- Height: approximately 5'5"
- Weight: approximately 160–165 lbs
- Eye colour: hazel
- Hair: brown and balding
- Facial hair: may have a brown and grey beard and moustache
Areas Bolton is known or believed to frequent:
- Whitehorse, Yukon
- Haines Junction, Yukon
- Possibly residing in Alberta
- Possibly residing in southern British Columbia (for broader regional firearm and crime trends, residents can compare with communities like Bucktum 4, British Columbia crime and safety statistics on CrimeCanada.ca)
Charges on the arrest warrant (all under Canada's Criminal Code):
- Robbery with a firearm – Section 344(1)(a.1)
- Carrying a concealed weapon – Section 90
- Carrying a weapon for the purpose of committing an offence – Section 88
- Transporting a firearm contrary to regulations – Section 86(2)
- Using a firearm in the commission of an offence – Section 85(1)(a)
- Possessing a firearm without a licence – Section 91(1)
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm in a vehicle – Section 94
Community Call to Action: CrimeCanada.ca is amplifying this RCMP request. If you see someone matching Bolton's description, or have any information about where he might be, you are urged to contact police immediately. Do not attempt to approach or detain him yourself.
How to provide information (as provided by RCMP):
- Contact Whitehorse RCMP: 867-667-5555
- Submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
- Online anonymous tip: www.crimestoppersyukon.com
An image of Terence Bolton has been released by police to assist the public in recognizing him. Citizens are encouraged to review the official photo in the RCMP release linked at the bottom of this alert.
Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, any case involving an alleged robbery with a firearm and multiple weapons-related offences is a serious community safety concern, particularly for residents in and around Whitehorse and Haines Junction. Firearm-enabled crimes can escalate quickly and place both the public and first responders at heightened risk. Timely sharing of accurate information, such as this warrant, is a key part of keeping northern communities informed and prepared.
We strongly encourage residents to stay aware of their surroundings, especially in less populated or remote areas, and to immediately report suspicious weapons activity or individuals who appear to be unlawfully in possession of firearms. Comparing local trends with other Canadian municipalities using tools like CrimeCanada.ca's city-level crime and safety dashboards (example: Thorold, Ontario) can help community members understand how firearm-related incidents fit within broader crime patterns. Above all, never intervene directly if you believe you have spotted a wanted person—your role is to observe safely, get to a secure place, and contact authorities using the official numbers above.
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 yukon 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.