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UPDATE: The two individuals that were on the run have been apprehended by police at a hotel/motel in the GTA area (Greater Toronto Area).
First discovered on February 19, 2025 – Authorities are searching for two escaped inmates from Beaver Creek Institution’s minimum-security unit after they were found missing during the 6:30 p.m. count.
The two individuals, Jay Sedore, 70, and Michael Karas, 68, were unaccounted for at the time of the routine check.
Sedore, who stands 170 cm (5’7”) tall and weighs 70 kg (155 lbs), has brown hair, brown eyes, and a fair complexion. He is currently serving an indeterminate sentence for first-degree murder.
Karas, measuring 178 cm (5’10”) in height and weighing 76 kg (178 lbs), has grey hair, brown eyes, and a fair complexion. He is serving a 15-year, 6-month, and 10-day sentence for robbery, forcible confinement, and using an imitation firearm.
Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is working alongside the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to locate the two men as quickly as possible. Authorities urge anyone with information on their whereabouts to contact the OPP immediately.
CSC has launched an internal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escape and has provided law enforcement with all available details to assist in the apprehension of the offenders.
Community Vigilance: Stay Informed and Report Sightings
In times like these, staying informed and working together as a community is crucial. Jay Sedore and Michael Karas remain at large, and authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant.
If you see either of these individuals or have any information about their whereabouts, do not approach them. Instead, contact the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) immediately or reach out to Correctional Service Canada (CSC).
How You Can Help:
✔️ Stay Alert – Be aware of your surroundings and report anything suspicious.
✔️ Share Information – Keep your friends, family, and neighbors informed.
✔️ Report Sightings – Call OPP or CSC if you have any details that could aid in their capture.
Community cooperation is essential in situations like this. Let’s work together to ensure public safety and assist law enforcement in bringing these individuals back into custody.
For urgent sightings or information, call Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) immediately.
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