Police in Victoria seek convicted murderer for breaching parole

UPDATE, Jan. 2, 2024 Convicted murderer Jamie Garth Hunt was arrested on Dec. 29. Ina statement issued on Jan. 2, Victoria policesaid Hunt turned himself in at their headquarters.

ORIGINAL STORY:

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.