OPP search for federal offender believed to be in the Hamilton area

TORONTO, ON – The OPP’s Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada wide warrant.

The warrant was issued as a result of his breach of parole.

Police are searching for 44-year-old John Massel, who is serving a just over 2 year sentence for robbery.  

He is described as a white male, 5’10”, 150 lbs, with brown eyes and short brown hair.

Police say Massel has full sleeve tattoos on both arms as well as tattoos on his chest and shoulders.

He is believed to be in the Hamilton area.

Police say anyone having contact with John Massel should use caution.  

Anyone with information in regards to his whereabouts is asked to contact the Provincial ROPE Squad at 416-808-5900 or toll free at 1-866-870-ROPE (7673) or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or call 9-1-1.

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