Update – R.O.P.E. Squad – Federal Offender Arrested

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The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad would like to advise the public that a Federal Offender who went unlawfully at large on April 24, 2025, has been apprehended in Toronto.

Justin SMITH was located and arrested by the Toronto Police Service.

SMITH is serving a 3-year, 1 day, sentence for;

Robbery (Two Counts)

Assault with a Weapon

Assault Peace Officer

Possession Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose

Fail To Attend Court

Fail To Comply with Probation Order

Fail To Comply with Order-At Large

The Provincial R.O.P.E. Squad would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance in this investigation.

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