Federal offender apprehended in Alliston after year-long search by police

February 14, 2026 · 0 Comments

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 Jan. 15, 2025 has been apprehended in Alliston.

Thomas Hackettwas arrested by the Nottawasaga OPP.

He is serving a two-year sentence for;

Assault – Intentional Use of Force
Operate Motor Vehicle While Impaired
Operate Motor Vehicle While Prohibited
Fail to Comply
Fail to Provide Breath Sample

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

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