RCMP issue province-wide arrest for suspect in sex-related offences

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By Rachel Morgan

Posted Dec 20, 2025 04:54:46 PM.

Last Updated Dec 20, 2025 04:58:17 PM.

Queens District RCMP has issued a province-wide arrest warrant for a suspect facing sexual assault-related charges.

RCMP say Shaun Clarence Cunningham, 46, is known to travel between Shelburne and Queens County.

He is facing charges of sexual assault, sexual interference, two counts of invitation to sexual touching, and failure to appear in court.

Police say they have made several attempts to locate Cunningham and are now seeking assistance from the public.

RCMP describe him as 5’9″ and 175 lbs with brown hair and blue eyes.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact RCMP at 902-354-5721 or the local police. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers.

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