RNC Make Arrest in Break and Enter Investigations

(ST. JOHN’S, NL) September 28, 2014 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC)

Criminal Investigation Division has arrested and charged a twenty-five year old male in

relation to a series of break and entries in the west end of St. John’s, NL.

On Saturday, September 13, 2014 at approximately 1:20 am RNC officers responded to

the area of Alderberry Lane for a call of break and enter and robbery.

On Saturday, September 20, 2014 at approximately 3:20 am RNC officers responded to

the area of Empire Avenue for a call of break and enter in progress.

On Monday, September 22, 2014 at approximately 10:30 pm RNC officers responded to

the area of Carlow Place for a call of break and enter and robbery.

The RNC Criminal Investigation Division have now arrested and charged a twenty-five

year old male with three counts of break and enter, two counts of robbery, two counts of

forcible confinement, three counts of assault with a weapon, three counts of disguise

with intent, three counts of possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose, uttering

threats, pointing a firearm, possession of a firearm while prohibited, possession of

ammunition while prohibited, and breaches of court order. The accused has been held to

appear in Provincial Court in the morning.

The RNC Criminal Investigation Division is continuing to investigate these incidents and

is seeking the assistance of the general public. Anyone who has information that would

assist in identifying the person responsible or anyone who may have any information in

relation to this crime is asked to contact the tip line at 729-8800 or Crime Stoppers at 1-

800-222-TIPS (8477). You can now provide information anonymously on the NL Crime

Stoppers Website at www.nlcrimestoppers.com.