(St. John’s, NL), January 13, 2023 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Chief Patrick Roche has suspended RNC Constable (Cst.) Noelle Laite effective January 12, 2023, following a Provincial Court conviction.

In March, 2022 Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) NL released findings in relation to an assault investigation involving an RNC officer, Cst. Noelle Laite. As a result of the SIRT-NL investigation Cst. Noelle Laite was charged under the Criminal Code of Canada (CCC) with: assault, assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm, and choking.

Cst. Noelle Laite was placed on administrative duties immediately following the incident and remained on administrative duties pending the outcome of the court proceedings.

On January 11, 2023 the Provincial Court Judge’s decision was handed down, with Cst. Noelle Laite being found guilty of Assault and Assault Causing Bodily Harm. Effective January 12, 2023, RNC Chief Patrick Roche has suspended Cst. Noelle Laite without pay.

The RNC remain committed to its core values and the promotion of accountability for its members, and will address all concerns through the appropriate process.

The officers and staff of the RNC work hard every day to provide quality policing in our community. The RNC have tremendous faith in the ethics and professionalism of its members and continue to value oversight and accountability at all levels. We remain committed to providing a fully integrated police service that fosters community partnerships to build safe and healthy communities together.

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