Police in Victoria seek convicted murderer for breaching parole
Police are asking anyone who sees Jamie Garth Hunt to not approach him and call 911
UPDATE, Jan. 2, 2024 — Convicted murderer Jamie Garth Hunt was arrested on Dec. 29. In a statement issued on Jan. 2, Victoria police said Hunt turned himself in at their headquarters.
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Police in Victoria have issued a Canada-wide warrant for a convicted murderer they say has breached his parole conditions.
Officers want the public's help locating 41-year-old Jamie Garth Hunt, but warn that anyone who sees him should exercise caution and should not approach or confront him.
Police say Hunt is serving a life sentence after being convicted of second-degree murder for a 2007 killing.
Victoria Police have referred questions to B.C. Corrections, which did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Hunt is described as having a slim build, with tattoos showing flames and the words "original gangster'' on his neck.
Anyone who sees Hunt is asked to call 911 or Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers.