(ST. JOHN’S, NL), December 22, 2019 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Major Crime Unit (MCU) is investigating the sudden death of a man and a woman in Conception Bay South (CBS).
On Saturday, December 21, 2019, just before 5:00 pm, members of the RNC Operational Patrol Services Division (OPS) responded to a request for police assistance at a residence in the area of Roberts Road, CBS. A short time after arriving at the residence, responding officers located two deceased adults on the property, a man and a woman in their early fifties. Members of the RNC Forensic Identification Services (FIS) and MCU subsequently responded to the scene.
The investigation in to the deaths of the man and woman remains ongoing. Investigators will work with the office of the chief medical examiner to confirm cause of death. This is believed to be an isolated incident, and there is no further public safety concern. The RNC extends deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
As the investigation is ongoing, investigators ask that anyone with information which may assist 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 # 2019-71730
Cst. James C. Cadigan, #775
Media Relations Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
(709) 729-8658