(St. John’s, NL), January 19, 2023 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services (OPS) make an arrest connected to firearms offences in Labrador City.

On January 18, 2023, shortly before 7:00 p.m. RNC OPS responded to a request assistance in the area of Tamarack Drive, Labrador City. Information was received that a 32-year-old man may be driving in the area with a loaded firearm accessible.

Responding officers located and contained the vehicle in the area of Tamarack Drive Extension, Labrador City.  Members of OPS engaged with the man and deployed a Crisis Negotiator. After some time, the incident reached a peaceful conclusion, and the man was taken into custody. No injuries were reported.

As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old man has been charged with careless use of a firearm, unsafe storage of a firearm and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

The RNC would like to thank its members, and the members of the public for their assistance.

The RNC requests that anyone with information to assist, or any video footage in the area of Tamarack Drive Extension, around the time of the incident please contact the RNC. You can contact the RNC at 729-8000 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

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File # 2023-3085

Cst. Jason Walsh #883
Media Relations and Public Communication
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
(709) 729-8658