Warrant Issued Following Thorold Firearm Call

Tuesday, 2 November 2021 15:16

By Linda Morgan

NRP says suspect is considered armed and dangerous.

Police have issued a warrant for the arrest of a man from the Hannon area.

Officers were called to a home near Lampman Crescent and Keefer Road in Thorold around 2:30 yesterday.

Investigators say they received a report of a man inside the residence who may have had possession of a gun.

Detectives have identified the suspect as 37 year old James McGowan.

He's wanted on one charge of failing to comply with a release order.

McGowan is considered armed and dangerous, and you're advised to call 911 immediately if you spot him.

As well, anyone with information on his whereabouts can contact the Niagara Regional Police Service at 905-688-4111, ext.1009412.

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