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Lunenburg County man wanted on province wide arrest warrant

By Evan Taylor Feb 17, 2026 | 3:06 PM

Peter Lawrence Whynot, 50, is wanted on a province‑wide warrant for assault. Photo: RCMP.

Queens District RCMP are asking for the public’s help locating Peter Lawrence Whynot, 50, of Lunenburg County, who is the subject of a province‑wide arrest warrant.

Whynot is charged with assault, and police say they have made multiple unsuccessful attempts to locate him.

He is described as:

  • 5’10”
  • 265 pounds
  • Short grey hair
  • Blue eyes

Investigators are urging anyone with information on Whynot’s whereabouts to contact police immediately, but caution the public not to approach him.

Tips can be provided to:

  • Queens District RCMP — 902‑354‑5721
  • Any local police detachment
  • Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, anonymously:
    • 1‑800‑222‑TIPS (8477)
    • www.crimestoppers.ns.ca
    • P3 Tips mobile app