A man previous wanted for robberies in Wadena and Melfort, has now been charged for a robbery in Yorkton.
Saskatchewan RCMP WEST is asking members of the public to report all sightings and information on the whereabouts of 34-year-old Joseph “Joey” Desjarlais.
On Sunday, September 22, at about 2:05 am, Yorkton RCMP received a robbery report on Smith Street.
An Investigation determined an adult male entered the business, threatened an employee with a firearm, then stole cash, cigarettes and the keys to the employee’s vehicle. He then fled in that vehicle.
No physical injuries were reported from the robbery.
Desjarlais is now facing charges from the robbery,
- one count, robbery with firearm, Section 344, Criminal Code;
- one count, theft of motor vehicle, Section 333.1(1), Criminal Code;
- one count, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(1), Criminal Code; and
- three counts, possession of weapon contrary to order, Section 117.01(1), Criminal Code.
Desjarlais is described as approximately 5’7” tall and 130 lbs. He has brown eyes, short brown hair, and a short beard. He has tattoos of the words ‘public’ and ‘enemy’ with flames on his hands, and ‘Bonnie and Clyde’ tattooed on the right side of his neck. A photo of him is located at the bottom of the article.
Saskatchewan RCMP, including the Warrant Enforcement and Suppression Team (WEST), is actively working to locate and arrest Desjarlais on his multiple outstanding warrants. Residents in the area may notice an increased police presence due to the efforts to arrest him.
Report information to 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Desjarlais is facing charges from a robbery in Wadena on September 8 and in Melfort on September 16.
