The OPP are on the lookout for a prisoner who escaped custody at the KenoraCourt House.
Police say Tuesday morning shortly after 11:00, 53 year old Harvey Smith from the Whitedog First nation managed to get away from the Water Street lock-up.
He is described as being six feet tall, wearing a black t shirt, jeans, glasses and blue and white jail issued shoes.
A warrant has been issued for his arrest on a charge of escaping lawful custody.
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Kenora Detachment of the OPP or Crimestoppers.