FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Whapmagoostui, Qc – November 18, 2024 – Members of the Eeyou Eenou Police Force of the Whapmagoostui detachment and investigation team have new developments regarding the incident that occurred on the morning of October 12, 2024, involving the break-in of a transit unit of the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay and assault with a weapon on the person in the unit.
After weeks of investigation, including the use of forensic techniques, witness interviews and surveillance footage review, a suspect identified as Mr Peter Dave Quarak has been arrested and is facing multiple charges including: failing to comply with order; robbery; breaking & entering a place and committing an indictable offence; mischief and destroying or damaging property.
EEPF would like to express gratitude to the community for their support, patience and cooperation throughout the investigation. Lieutenant Boudrias would like to thank the residents of Whapmagoostui for their assistance and commend the dedicated work of all officers and investigators working on this file.
EEPF encourages anyone with additional information related to this case or similar events to contact the Whapmagoostui detachment.
The safety and well-being of our community is our priority.
