Man wanted in James Street homicide now wanted for second-degree murder

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service announced Friday night that 50-year-old Jerry Leveille is now wanted for second-degree murder in addition to multiple weapons charges as police continue to investigate the death of a woman in the 100 block of James Street.

In a release, police say "it’s alleged the accused was in a residence with the victim, an argument ensued and he shot the victim. The victim died as a result of the gunshot wound."

Police say the victim and accused were known to each other and it was not a random act of violence.

In addition to the second-degree murder charge, Leveille is also wanted on a number of weapons charges, including:

• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Unauthorized possession of a weapon
• Knowingly possessing an unauthorized weapon
• Possession of a loaded firearm
• Possession of a firearm contrary to prohibition order
• Careless use of a firearm
• Pointing a firearm

Police are asking anyone with information on Leveille's whereabouts to call 911 and not approach him. He is considered to be armed and dangerous.