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Arrest warrants issued by Edmonton police for high-risk sexually violent offender

Leon Halkett is considered to be violent and dangerous, and should not be approached. Courtesy: Edmonton police

The Edmonton Police Service issued arrest warrants Friday for Leon Halkett, who allegedly breached conditions on his court order.

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The 32-year-old is arrestable for four counts of breaching recognizance.

Police say Halkett poses a great risk to the public.

He is considered to be “a violent and sexually violent offender who has preyed on random women, as well as women whom he has been in relationships with,” EPS said in a news release.

READ MORE: Edmonton police alert the public after ‘violent and sexually violent’ offender released 

Police issued a public warning in Dec. 2016 when Halkett was released.

Halkett should not be approached and is considered dangerous.

Anyone with information about his whereabouts should call EPS immediately at 780-423-4567.

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