York Regional Police say a 'high-risk violent' offender who allegedly removed his ankle bracelet has been arrested in Toronto.
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''In addition to his court-ordered GPS monitoring device being taken off, Bowie failed to return to his court-ordered address, police say.
They have released photos of Bowie, who is described as being five-foot-nine, weighing 146 pounds, and was last seen wearing a black Blue Jays sweater, black Blue Jays pants, and brown slippers.
Police urge anyone who locates Bowie not to approach him but instead call 911 or 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6689.''
www.yrp.ca
June 24, 2025

Investigators with the York Regional Police High Risk Offender Unit are seeking public assistance in locating a man who is unlawfully at large after removing his court-ordered GPS ankle bracelet.
Neal BOWIE is considered to be a high-risk violent offender. He was last seen at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in the area of Yonge Street and Charles Street West in the City of Toronto. He has failed to return to his court ordered address.
Police are actively seeking his whereabouts. If seen, please do not approach and call 9-1-1 immediately.
He is currently believed to be in the City of Toronto.
Description:
- Neal BOWIE, of the Township of King
- 42-years-old
- Male, white
- 5’9”, 146 lbs.
- Last seen wearing a black Blue Jays sweater, black Blue Jays pants and brown slippers
Anyone with information is asked to contact York Regional Police High Risk Offender Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6689, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-tips, or leave an anonymous tip online at
www.1800222tips.com.''