(St. John’s, NL), January 18, 2023 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services (OPS) make an arrest following a Break and Enter in St. John’s.

On January 17, 2023, at about 10:50 a.m. RNC OPS responded to a request for assistance in the area of Quidi Vidi Rd, St. John’s, following a report of a man damaging property and attempting to gain entry into a home.

The male suspect was reported to have left in a grey Nissan Altima, prior to police arrival.

Responding officers were able to locate and stop the vehicle in question.  As a result of the investigation, a 29-year-old male has been charged with break and enter, property damage, and causing a disturbance; he was held to appear in court.

No injuries were reported and the individuals were known to each other.

The RNC would like to thank its members, and the members of the public for their quick action. The RNC requests that anyone with information to assist, or any video footage in the area of Quidi Vidi Road, around the time of the incident please contact the RNC. You can contact the RNC at 729-8000 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

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File # 2023-2848

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