Skip to content

James Bolan still wanted

Police are still investigating how he was released
JamesBolanWanted
29-year-old James Bolan is wanted for attempted murder in association with an incident in a residence in the 100 block of James Street in the early hours of May 16. Police provided photo

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is still seeking 30-year-old James Bolan, who police say was 'erroneously released' from custody at the Sault Ste. Marie Courthouse on Monday morning. 

Bolan is facing charges of attempted murder, assault with a weapon, weapons dangerous and unlawfully in a dwelling in relation to a May 2019 incident.

The following is a Wanted Wednesday release issued by Crime Stoppers:

On Jan. 27, 2020 around 11:30 a.m. 30 year old James Bolan was at the Sault Ste. Marie Courthouse when he was erroneously released from custody and is currently unlawfully at large.

Officers in Investigation Services are actively investigating the incident.

Mr. Bolan is facing charges of attempted murder, assault with a weapon, weapons dangerous and unlawfully in a dwelling in relation to a May 2019 incident.

Police urge James Bolan to turn himself in to police or through council.

If you see Mr. Bolan do not approach him, call 911 immediately. If you have any information about his whereabouts call 911 immediately. You can also provide information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 705-942-7867 or 1-800-222-8477.

Crime Stoppers is offering a guaranteed $1,000 reward for tips received through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest of James Bolan.

If you know where we can find the Wanted Wednesday individual please call the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service at (705) 949-6300 or if you wish to remain anonymous and potentially collect a cash reward please call Crime Stoppers at (705) 942-7867 or 1-800-222-8477. You may also click the “Submit a Tip” button found on our website or download the p3 app. 

Click here for the list of Wanted Wednesday individuals.