(St. John’s, NL), October 21, 2020 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Major Crime Unit (MCU) is investigating following a disturbance on Spencer Street in St. John’s on Wednesday morning.
On Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at approximately 9:30 am, members of the RNC Operational Patrol Services (OPS) responded to a report of a disturbance on Spencer Street in St. John’s. Subsequent to arrival, a man in the area was taken to the hospital to be treated for serious injuries. Forensic Identification Services (FIS) and investigators with MCU attended the scene.
Officers maintained a presence in the area to contain a crime scene, gather evidence, and canvass the area. It remains early in the investigation, and the RNC will update the community with any concerns related to public safety once that information becomes available.
The RNC ask that anyone with information to assist the investigation, or with CCTV or dash camera footage, 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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RNC File # 2020-56556
Cst. James Cadigan #775
Media Relations Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
(709) 729-8658
