The Saint John Police Force is asking for your help in locating 20-year-old Hayven Francis, who is now wanted on a Canada-wide warrant. Police are warning the public not to approach him.

The alert follows an incident at a community correctional facility in the city. According to a media release from Saint John Police, officers were called to an assault with a weapon at 23 Carleton Street on the evening of November 2, 2025.

Details of the Incident

Police report that two people were injured in the assault. One victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, while another sustained minor injuries.

Following the incident, two inmates, including Francis, left the facility. While one of the men has since been apprehended, Francis remains at large. Correctional Services Canada has issued the Canada-wide warrant for his arrest.

Who Police Are Looking For

Hayven Francis is described as being 6 feet tall, weighing 180 pounds, with short brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen leaving the Carleton Street facility in a white Mazda 3 hatchback with Nova Scotia license plates.

Francis is a first-time federal offender serving a two-year sentence for multiple charges, including Robbery, Assaulting a Peace Officer with a weapon, and Uttering Threats.

What You Should Do

Police strongly advise that you do not approach Hayven Francis if you see him.

Instead, if you have any information on his whereabouts, you should immediately contact the Saint John Police at 1-506-648-3333. To provide an anonymous tip, you can reach out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure tip online at crimenb.ca.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Hayven Francis?

Hayven Francis is a 20-year-old federal offender who is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant after leaving a Saint John community correctional facility following an assault.

What does he look like?

He is described as 6 feet tall, 180 pounds, with short brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen in a white Mazda 3 hatchback with Nova Scotia plates.

What should I do if I see him?

Do not approach him. Call the Saint John Police at 1-506-648-3333 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS to report his location.