The Saint John Police are asking for your help in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada-wide warrant. Drake Farren, 22, is at large after breaching the conditions of his statutory release.

According to a media release from the Saint John Police, the warrant was issued on January 6, 2026, after Farren failed to return to the Parrtown Community Correctional Centre in Saint John.

Who is Drake Farren?

Farren is currently serving a sentence of more than five years for a series of serious offenses, including Discharging a Firearm with Intent, Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle, and Motor Vehicle Theft.

Police have provided a detailed description to help the public identify him. He is described as 5’5” tall, weighing 200lbs, with brown hair and blue eyes. He has several highly visible tattoos on his face, including above his right eyebrow, at the corner of his right eye, on the right side of his neck, and on his left cheek.

When last seen, he was wearing a black baseball cap with a white New York Yankees logo, a red zip-up hoodie, grey sweatpants, and black sneakers with a white Under Armour logo. He was also wearing black rectangular glasses and carrying a sling bag.

What You Should Do

Police are warning the public not to approach Farren.

If you see him or have any information on his whereabouts, you should immediately contact the Saint John Police at 1-506-648-3333.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can provide a tip to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a tip online at crimenb.ca, or by using the P3 Tips mobile app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Drake Farren?

Drake Farren is a 22-year-old federal offender wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for breaching his statutory release.

Why is he wanted?

He failed to return to the Parrtown Community Correctional Centre in Saint John as required by the conditions of his release.

What does he look like?

He is 5’5″, 200lbs, with brown hair, blue eyes, and multiple distinct tattoos on his face.

What should I do if I see him?

Do not approach him. Call the Saint John Police at 1-506-648-3333 or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously.