(St. John’s, NL), November 23, 2021 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services arrested a female following response to an armed robbery in St. John’s.

On Monday, November 22, 2021, at approximately 5:50 pm, officers with the RNC Operational Patrol Services (OPS) responded to a report of an armed robbery which had just occurred at a business in the area of the Avalon Mall in St. John’s. A female suspect had presented a weapon as she proceeded to exit the business with merchandise. Responding officers located the female suspect inside a nearby business on Kenmount Road a short time later, placing her under arrest without incident.

As a result of an investigation in to the event, a 31-year-old female from St. John’s was charged with robbery, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and breach of court orders. 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