(St. John’s, NL), January 6, 2022 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services (OPS) responded to a disturbance in Torbay yesterday evening, resulting in an arrest of a male.

On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at approximately 6:00 pm, the RNC OPS responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence in Torbay. Responding officers were informed that an adult male had assaulted a number of individuals inside the home. On arrival, officers located the male believed to be responsible on the property.

As a result of an investigation in to the event, a 42-year-old male from Torbay was arrested and charged with assault. 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 provide information anonymously on the NL Crime Stoppers Website at www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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