(Corner Brook, NL) – October 25, 2017 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Corner Brook Region make arrests in weapons offence.   

On Wednesday, October 25, at approximately 12:05 am RNC Patrol Services responded to a residential disturbance in the Clarence Street area. It was reported that during the disturbance a firearm was discharged inside the home.  The individuals involved in this incident were known to each other.     

As a result of the investigation, a 31 year old female resident of Corner Brook was arrested and charged with Carless Use of a Firearm, Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Unauthorized Possession of a Restricted Weapon and Assault.  The female is being held in custody to appear in Provincial Court later today.  As well, a 30 year old male resident of Corner Brook was arrested and charged with Unsafe Storage of a Firearm and Ammunition.  The male was released from custody and will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.

The RNC Criminal Investigation Division is continuing its investigation into this incident.  Anyone who has information is asked to contact the RNC at 637-4100 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  You can also provide information anonymously on the NL Crime Stoppers website at www.nl.crimestopppers.com. 

 

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RNC File#: 2017-63460

Cst. Shawna Park #659
Media Relations
Corner Brook Region, Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
9 University Drive, Corner Brook, NL, A2H 6C3
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709-637-4130, spark@rnc.nl.ca