A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for a violent offender.

49 year-old Mitchell Sasakamoose failed to return to his residence in Regina last night.

He has a history of substance abuse and committing violent crimes.

He is 5″8, 160 lbs, with brown eyes and black hair.

He has tattoos on both arms and on his back.

Police says Sasakamoose has contacts in both Saskatoon and Regina and could be on the move.

Anyone who spots him is asked to keep their distance and call police.