The Saskatchewan RCMP has published its monthly list of people wanted on active warrants and is asking the public to provide information to help locate them — not to confront them.
What the list is and why it’s published
The RCMP says the roster reflects a data-driven review that considers the current charges against individuals and the potential harm they may pose to communities across the province. The force uses the Crime Severity Index, a Statistics Canada measure that weights both the number and seriousness of crimes, as part of its selection process. Factors such as an offender’s age, gender, race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, religion, sexuality or disability are not part of that scoring.
The intent is simple: encourage tips that assist investigations and lead to arrests. The list is refreshed and distributed every month.
Safety advice from police
“Do not attempt to contact, approach or apprehend any wanted persons on your own.”
Those with information are asked to call the RCMP through the provincial non-emergency number at 310-RCMP (7267), and to dial 911 in an emergency.
Who’s on this month’s list
The RCMP release includes details on the people it has prioritized for public reporting. The information below is taken directly from that provincial bulletin and is intended to help recognition and reporting.
| Name | Age / Description | Last known communities | Selected charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pierre Bouchard | Age 52; 5’10", 181 lbs; blonde hair; blue eyes | Saskatoon, Dundurn | Unlawful confinement; sexual assault; assault with a weapon; utter threats; possession of property under $5,000; fraud-related charges; sexual assault with a weapon; trafficking in persons; receiving financial benefit from trafficking in persons |
| Jonathan Bear | Also known as Jonathon Bear, Jonathan Whitefish, John Bear; Age 32; 6’2", 174 lbs; black hair; brown eyes | Pelican Lake; Sandy Bay; Big River First Nation; Debden; Yorkton | Multiple counts of assault; break and enter; possession and careless use of firearms; pointing a firearm; disguising with intent; forcible confinement |
The RCMP notice includes additional names beyond those summarised above. Some entries list aliases, distinguishing marks or tattoos where known. Not all wanted individuals in Saskatchewan are included on this particular release; the list reflects those prioritized by the force’s scoring system for public distribution.
How residents can help
Police are seeking information that could confirm the whereabouts, activities or associations of the people named. Useful public contributions include:
- Recent sightings — date, time and precise location;
- Vehicle descriptions, licence plates, or travel routes;
- Social connections, addresses or workplaces that might aid investigators.
Anyone who recognises a person on the list is urged to contact the RCMP rather than attempt detention. The force stresses that some individuals carry serious weapons or face charges that suggest dangerous behaviour.
Context and local impact
Releasing a monthly most-wanted list is a familiar tool for police agencies seeking community support. For rural and northern communities, where resources and officer numbers can be stretched across wide areas, public tips can be especially valuable. The RCMP’s approach of using an objective scoring system aims to focus public attention on individuals whose alleged crimes and pattern of behaviour present the greatest potential harm.
For neighbours and community groups, awareness of who is being sought — combined with prompt reporting — can reduce risk and hasten resolution. For the police, community cooperation often converts vague suspicions into actionable leads.
Anyone with information is asked to call 310-RCMP (7267) or to use emergency lines for immediate danger. The RCMP continues to update and publish the list each month as investigations proceed.
