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B.C. Fugitive Cody Casey Returned After Three-Year Global Manhunt

Captured in Oman and extradited to Vancouver, Casey faces 17 charges including fentanyl trafficking and firearms offences.

Vancouver police renewed an appeal for Cody Casey in 2023. He was captured in Oman in 2024 and returned to Canada.
A Vancouver Police officer is pictured in Vancouver on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024. One of Canada's most wanted fugitives is back behind bars following a Vancouver Police Department investigation that lasted three years, spanned 14 countries and ended in the Middle East. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns
Cody Casey, 35, is wanted by Vancouver Police on drug and gun charges
Cody Casey was arrested in Oman in October and extradited back to Vancouver last week.

Overview

  • Cody Casey, one of Canada's most wanted fugitives, was formally returned to Vancouver on April 24, 2025, after a six-month extradition process from Oman.
  • Casey fled Canada in April 2022 by cutting off his ankle bracelet while out on bail for 17 criminal charges, including fentanyl production and firearms offences.
  • The investigation spanned 14 countries and involved collaboration among the Vancouver Police Department, RCMP, BOLO Program, and Royal Oman Police.
  • The BOLO Program named Casey Canada’s third most wanted in 2023 and offered a $100,000 reward for information leading to his arrest.
  • Currently in provincial custody, Casey awaits legal proceedings as the multi-agency investigation into his alleged crimes continues.