(St. John’s, NL), November 24, 2021 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services laid charges following response to a disturbance in the downtown area of St. John’s.

On Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at approximately 2:00 am, RNC Operational Patrol Services responded to a report of a disturbance in progress at a hotel in the downtown area of St. John’s. On arrival, officers located a male on site causing damage to property inside the establishment. The male was subsequently arrested by the responding officers.

As a result of an investigation in to the event, a 19-year-old male from St. John’s was charged with property damage, causing a disturbance, resisting arrest, and breach of court order. The accused 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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RNC File # 2021-64126

 

Cst. James Cadigan  #775
Media Relations Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
(709) 729-8658