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Armed and dangerous couple believed to be hiding in Sault Ste. Marie

Couple wanted by Anishinabek Police Service on slew of weapons charges
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Danielle Witzell and Joe Lavigne are wanted by police.

Two people believed to be armed and dangerous are wanted by Anishinabek Police Service in Pic Mobert First Nation, according to information on Facebook.

Police believe Danielle Witzell, 31, and Joe Lavigne, 28, are hiding in the Sault Ste. Marie area.

They are wanted on a series of charges.

Witzell is charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon x 2
  • Assault
  • Uttering threats
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Careless use of a firearm
  • Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

Lavigne is wanted on charges of:

  • Assault with a weapon x 2
  • Assault
  • Uttering threats
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Careless use of a firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm

If you have any information call 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-847. Do not approach; call police.

None of the allegations have been tested in court and both accused are considered innocent unless proven guilty.