(St. John’s, NL), August 27, 2021 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services (OPS) and Police Dog Service (PDS) arrested a man accused of break and enter in the capital city.

On Thursday, August 26, 2021, at approximately 10:30 pm, The RNC OPS and RNC PDS responded to a report of a break and enter at residence in the downtown area of St. John’s. Reports indicated entry had been gained to a residence, and the person responsible was still in the area.

On arrival, responding officers with RNC OPS and PDS, accompanied by Police Service Dog Gunner, located a man inside the home. The man was taken in to custody without incident.

As a result of an investigation in to the event, a 54-year-old man from St. John’s was charged with break and enter. He 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