(St. John’s, NL), November 25, 2021 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services arrested a male in connection with intimate partner violence following response to a disturbance in the center city area of the capital.

On Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at approximately 8:48 pm, officers with the RNC Operational Patrol Services (OPS) responded to a report of a disturbance in progress at a residence in the area of Buckmaster Circle in St. John’s. Responding officers located the individuals involved outside a residence in the area.

As a result of the investigation in to the event, 29-year-old male from St. John’s was arrested and charged with assault, choking, uttering threats, and property damage. The accused was held in custody to appear in Provincial Court.

The RNC ask that anyone who may have information to assist the investigation contact the RNC at 729-8000 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.

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Cst. James Cadigan  #775
Media Relations Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
(709) 729-8658