On Air Now Cool Country Morning 7:00am - 10:00am

Now Playing Hosted by Carl Carpentier Cool Country Morning

Listen Live

Two men arrested after their truck got stuck

Wednesday, 5 January 2022 09:12

By Dylan MacNeil

RCMP responded to the situation at 1:30 in the morning on December 27.

Two men are awaiting court appearances after their truck full of drugs and weapons got stuck in the snow.

The Carmacks RCMP say that in the early morning hours of December 27, they got a call about a truck stuck on the North Klondike Highway about 50 kilometres north of Carmacks, unable to be reached by commercial towing due to conditions the police described as “treacherous.”

When the cops arrived on the scene, they found two men in the vehicle who were acting suspicious. One gave a fake name but was identified as Tyler Rear, who is wanted on outstanding warrants from Dawson City related to a home invasion. The other man was Tommy Joe.

The RCMP found drug paraphernalia and a pistol magazine on Rear and powder cocaine, marijuana, drug flaps, handwritten score sheets, a knife, a baseball bat, and a restricted Glock 17 air pistol in the truck.

Rear was taken to the Whitehorse Corrections Centre and remanded until a court appearance set for later today. Joe was arrested and released. He goes to court on January 12.

Both men are charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized, possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle, and possession for the purpose of trafficking.

More from CHON-FM Northern News

US healthcare workers courted to fill Canada gaps, Yukon next

There are already American health care workers who have moved to Canada with the help of Healthcare Infusion information and resources.
Whitehorse artist makes Yukon radio debut with Christmas single

Audio
🎄✨ Chon-FM Christmas Dinner – Yesterday! ✨🎄

it was the perfect way to kick off the holiday season.
Yukon MLAs celebrate Garbage Truck Santa with tribute

34 years later, Garbage Truck Santa continues delivering smiles, stickers, and candy canes to Whitehorse kids.
NVD‑Host Society partnership powers 2026 Arctic Winter Games countdown and community giveaway

As part of the agreement, NVD and the Arctic Winter Games Host Society are launching a 30‑day giveaway blitz to count down to the Games
Senate Committee on Human Rights report calls for changes to government care for youth

Committee Chair Senator Paulette Senior says that Indigenous youth are particularly in need of a transitional system.
Yukon Department of Education corrects bus cancellation rumor amid record‑cold snap

Education Minister Scott Kent apologized to families and students for the unnecessary stress and anxiety caused by the inaccurate notice.
Yukon Government scraps liberal‑Initiated École Whitehorse Elementary relocation, launches community‑driven site search

The decision follows several community meetings where residents raised concerns about traffic, neighbourhood impact, and a lengthy rezoning process.
Yukon Energy urges residents to conserve power during extreme cold snap

Yukon Energy is asking all customers to be mindful of their electricity use, especially during peak periods from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Recount confirms Liberal candidate victory in Yukon Vuntut Gwitchin district

The narrow margin triggered the automatic recount, with Justice Karen Wenckebach overseeing the process.
2025 Territorial general election official results certified

No winning candidates changed. In Vuntut Gwitchin seven‑vote margin triggered a recount.
Whithorse City council to vote on 2025 food for fines program proposal

Donations must equal or exceed the ticket value, which ranges from $20 to $40.
Whitehorse RCMP identify remains of sudden death investigation

The Yukon Coroner’s Service and multiple RCMP units are continuing the investigation, and the cause of death has not yet been determined.
Whitehorse RCMP charge woman in hand cyclist collision

Ashley Kirkpatrick, also known as Ashley Godin, has been charged with driving carelessly, operating a motor vehicle without a license, and operating an unregistered vehicle.
Taku River Tlingit First Nation engages with Canagold Resources on proposed mine project

The collaboration between the Nation and Canagold aims to ensure that development proceeds in a way that prioritizes the protection of the environment and the Nation's interests.
2025 Territorial Election Interview Series: Yukon NDP candidate for Kluane John VanderMeer

Audio
2025 Territorial Election Interview Series: Yukon Party candidate for Klondike Richard Nagano

Audio
2025 Territorial Election Interview Series: Yukon Party double feature! YP candidate for Vuntut Gwitchin Sandra Charlie and YP Candidate for Southern Lakes Tyler Porter

Audio
Attempted abduction reported in Whitehorse

The suspect is described as a heavier-set male with dark skin and a high-pitched voice, wearing a light green hoodie, gray sweatpants, and "Jordans" shoes.
2025 Territorial Election Interview Series: Yukon NDP candidate for Vuntut Gwitchin Annie Blake

Audio