Powell River RCMP search for man accused of lewd acts

Update 10:51 a.m. Thursday: Powell River RCMP say Jesse Harris turned himself in at police headquarters and was arrested. He will appear in court March 31. Police are thanking the public for their assistance.

The Mounties are searching for a Powell River man wanted on two court-ordered warrants.

Jesse Harris is described as an Indigenous man, 150 pounds and about 5 feet, 6 inches tall.

The 33-year-old has brown hair and brown eyes.

Powell River RCMP say Harris is wanted on two warrants as he faces charges of committing an indecent act and indecent exhibition in public.

B.C. court records show Harris was charged in September 2025 with two counts for each alleged offence.

A bench warrant was issued by the court on February 3rd.

Police did not share the circumstances behind the charges.

Powell River RCMP spokeswoman Paula Perry has been unavailable for comment.

If you see Harris you’re asked to call the Powell River RCMP at 604-485-6255 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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