Halifax RCMP look for man wanted on province-wide arrest warrant

Nicholas Arthur Lees, 45, is wanted and facing two counts of failing to comply with a release order. (RCMP)

By Chris Halef

Posted Nov 4, 2024 01:51:07 PM.

Last Updated Nov 4, 2024 02:10:15 PM.

Halifax RCMP are looking for a man who is wanted on a province-wide arrest warrant.

Nicholas Arthur Lees, 45, is wanted and facing two counts of failing to comply with a release order.

Mounties said Lees is described as 6’0” and about 200 pounds. He has brown hair and blue eyes.

Police have made several attempts to find Lees, and are now asking for help from the public.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to not approach him and to instead contact police or Crime Stoppers.

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