News release
High-risk offender notification and warrant for arrest: Patrick Celestine Hyslop
March 13, 2026
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Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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In accordance with the Nova Scotia Release of High-Risk Offender Information Protocol (Section 17), the RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is advising the public, particularly those in the Halifax region, of a high-risk offender in our community.
Patrick Celestine Hyslop, 45, has multiple criminal convictions for sexual offences, including sexual assault and sexual interference involving a youth.
Hyslop is currently wanted on a province-wide arrest warrant for Failing to Comply with Condition of Release Order.
This information is provided to alert members of the public of his presence in the community and to aid in Hyslop’s arrest. It is not intended to encourage any form of vigilante activity or other unreasonable conduct.
While it is believed Hyslop is in the Halifax area, he has ties to other areas of the province and to Manitoba.
Anyone who sees Hyslop or who has information on his whereabouts is asked to contact RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment at 902-490-5020 or their local police. In an emergency, call 911. To remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips app.
File #: 26-39064