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Nain RCMP looks to arrest wanted man Herb (Sonny) Merkuratsuk, wanted for recent crime (UPDATED)
June 26, 2025
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Nain, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP
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Update: Herb (Sonny) Merkuratsuk has been arrested. Nain RCMP thanks the public for the information received.
Nain RCMP is looking to arrest 38-year-old Herb Alex Dick Merkuratsuk, commonly known as Sonny, for a recent crime in the community and for failing to attend court in relation to other crimes.
On June 24, 2025, Nain RCMP received a report of a break, enter and theft at the airport in Nain. A number of items were stolen and the property was damaged. As part of the investigation, police recovered a number of stolen items and identified Merkuratsuk as the involved suspect.
Merkuratsuk, who is unlawfully at large for failing to attend court, has been actively evading police. A warrant for his arrest has been issued for the following criminal charges from this break and enter:
- Break and enter
- Mischief under $5000.00 – damage to property
- Theft under $5000.00
The investigation is continuing.
Anyone having information on the current location of Sonny Merkuratsuk is asked to contact Nain RCMP at 709-922-2862. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.