Parole board revokes statutory release for convicted killer Shawn Lamb

Convicted killer Shawn Lamb, 66, had his statutory release revoked by the Parole Board of Canada for breaching conditions related to his second degree murder convictions in 2013. Lamb was originally sentenced to 20 years in prison, with credit for two years already served. In November 2025, he was granted statutory release, which allows federal offenders to be released under supervision after serving two-thirds of their sentence.

However, his release was revoked after a number of violations of his conditions. According to a written decision from the Parole Board, Lamb was exhibiting positive behaviour when he entered a community-based residential facility, but his behaviour deteriorated in March 2026. He began volunteering on his own without proper authorization, and was observed by police engaging in suspicious activities including handing small plastic bags containing a white substance to unknown individuals in exchange for cash.

Multiple people, including women, reported asking for Lamb at the halfway house, leading to a warrant for his arrest. Police found $500 in cash on him, as well as other items including loose Tylenol 3 pills, receipts, and an envelope with nude photos of women. Lamb denied selling drugs but admitted to potentially handing out cigarettes, money, and gift cards.

The parole board stated that Lamb's actions, particularly his continued sexual preoccupation and meeting a woman for sex, raise significant concerns about his reintegration into the community and the potential risk to public safety. Lamb's aunt expressed relief at the revocation, but also felt he should not have been granted statutory release in the first place, given his history of violence and sexual assault.