An arrest warrant has been issued for 35-year-old Francis Mercer of Bell Island who is currently wanted for 16 counts of failing to comply with a court release order.

Mercer, who is currently on conditions not to be on Bell Island and to have no contact with victims of previous assaults which are still before the court, has breached and continues to breach these conditions.  

He is described as 5-foot-11, weighing approximately 150 pounds. He has brown hair and hazel eyes. A picture is attached.

Anyone having information on the current location of Francis Mercer is asked to contact Bell Island RCMP at 709-488-3312 or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.