Who is Dean Robert Merrick and why is he wanted?

Dean Robert Merrick is a 58-year-old convicted sex offender wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for failing to return to his Vancouver halfway house.

When and where did Dean Robert Merrick go missing?

Dean Robert Merrick went missing on December 31 when he left his Vancouver halfway house for an appointment and did not return.

What is Dean Robert Merrick's criminal history?

Dean Robert Merrick has a history of sexual offenses and previously served an 18-year sentence.

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Fugitive Sex Offender Vanishes from Vancouver Halfway House

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Summary

Convicted sex offender Dean Robert Merrick, 58, is wanted Canada-wide.
He failed to return to his Vancouver halfway house on December 31.
Merrick has an 18-year sentence for previous sexual offenses.

Fugitive Sex Offender Vanishes from Vancouver Halfway House

Authorities have issued a Canada-wide warrant for Dean Robert Merrick, a 58-year-old convicted sex offender. Merrick failed to return to his Vancouver halfway house on December 31, after leaving for an appointment earlier that morning. His absence has triggered an urgent police search.

Merrick, who has an extensive criminal history, previously served an 18-year sentence for multiple sexual offenses. Police are providing a detailed description to aid in his apprehension. He is described as bald with blue eyes and multiple tattoos.

Investigators believe Merrick may be wearing specific clothing, including a black jacket and green cargo pants. The Vancouver Police Department is asking the public for assistance and urges anyone with information regarding Merrick's whereabouts to contact 911 immediately.