On September 22nd, 2024, Norman Wells RCMP responded to an altercation at a residence in the community which resulted in serious injuries and involved the use of weapons. A press release was issued on September 24th, 2024 detailing that officers had taken 23-year-old Teagan Sutherland into custody in relation to the matter.
Since the issuing of the aforementioned press release, Norman Wells RCMP have now charged a second suspect in the altercation, 24-year-old Dallas McCauley, with the following:
- Breaking and entering with intent, contrary to section 348(1)(a) of the Criminal Code
- Aggravated assault, contrary to section 268(2) of the Criminal Code
- Disguised with intent to commit an offence, contrary to section 351(2) of the Criminal Code
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose (2 counts), contrary to section 88(1) of the Criminal Code
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of McCauley, who is believed to be hiding in the community.
At the time of the altercation, McCauley was already subject to an arrest warrant for prior offences, including Uttering threats and Failure to comply with a probation order.
Norman Wells RCMP are asking anyone with information on McCauley's whereabouts not to approach him and to contact the detachment at 587-1111 or Crimestoppers at http://www.p3tips.com.