Edmonton police have issued a warning, over a high-risk offender living in Edmonton.

Police issued the warning about Marion John Alexandruk, 62 – EPS said he had previous convictions for sexual offences, and police believe he is still at a high risk to reoffend against vulnerable males.

As a result, the EPS has applied to the Provincial Court of Alberta to seek conditions to manage him in the community.

Alexandruk is described as being 177.5 cm (5’10”) tall, just over 81 kg (180 lbs), with grey hair and brown eyes.

Police said the information is being released to enable citizens to take precautions, but is not meant to encourage vigilante action.