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James Bolan 'erroneously released' from custody (updated)

Accused charged with attempted murder in May 2019 investigation
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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 investigating how 30-year-old James Bolan was 'erroneously released' from custody at the Sault Ste. Marie Courthouse Monday morning.  

“We’re still investigating the incident. We want to make the public aware Mr. Bolan is unlawfully at large in the community and there was an error of some kind that led to him being unlawfully at large,” said Lincoln Louttit, Sault Police spokesperson, speaking to SooToday.

“We would ask people that if you see him, don’t approach him.”

“Call us immediately, call 911, and we want to refer people to our Crime Stoppers partners as well if they feel they want to make a tip anonymously, that’s a great resource for them to do so. Or if someone spots Mr. Bolan, please call 911 immediately and talk to our staff here, and we’ll take the information,” Louttit said.

NEWS RELEASE
SAULT STE. MARIE POLICE SERVICE
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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.

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