Thursday, August 22, 2013

OPP Searching for Escapee

The OPP are on the lookout for a prisoner who escaped custody at the Kenora
Court 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.