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Man considered armed and dangerous wanted in the Quesnel area

Quesnel RCMP are seeking the public’s help in locating a wanted man who is considered armed and dangerous.

A Canada wide warrant has been issued for 33-year old Robert Hovestad.

He also uses the alias “Shawn.”

Hovestad is described as a Caucasian man, who is about 6 foot five and 200 pounds.

He has brown hair and hazel eyes.

RCMP say he is wanted for a parole violation.

Police say that under no circumstances should you try to apprehend him.

Instead, people are asked to call 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Quesnel RCMP at (250) 992-9211 or Crime Stoppers at 1(800) 222-8477.

 

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