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Public cautioned of high-risk sex offender expected to live in Winnipeg: WPS

Cecil Junior Houle, 50, is described by police as having a lengthy criminal record. He was released Headingley Correctional Centre Friday, and is expected to live in Winnipeg.

Public cautioned of high-risk sex offender expected to live in Winnipeg: WPS

A high-risk sex offender named Cecil Junior Houle, 50, will be living in Winnipeg upon his release from custody, according to the Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) and the Manitoba Integrated High Risk Sex Offender Unit. Despite participating in treatment programs, Houle remains at high risk of reoffending, particularly against female victims.

Houle, also known as Chubby Houle and Junior Houle, was released from Headingley Correctional Centre on Friday after serving time for three counts of probation violation and one count of violating a recognizance order. He has a history of violent crimes, including manslaughter and sexual assault, dating back to 2006. Houle stands six feet one inch tall and weighs 196 lbs, with black hair, brown eyes, and numerous tattoos. Police have warned that any vigilante or unreasonable actions against Houle will not be tolerated.

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