(St. John’s, NL), August 29, 2023 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) made an arrest yesterday in connection with an indecent act in Mount Pearl.

RNC Operational Patrol Services (OPS) responded to a report of a male exposing himself in a parking lot on Old Placentia Road on Monday, August 28, 2023, at approximately 1:30 pm. Responding officers located the suspect in the area, taking him into custody in connection with the event.

As a result of an investigation into the event, a 52-year-old male was charged with committing indecent act and breach of court order. The accused was held in custody to appear in Provincial Court in connection with the offences.

The RNC requests that anyone with information to assist this investigation contact the RNC at 709-729-8000 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 or use the P3Tips app #SayItHere.

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 File # 2023-50185

Cst. James Cadigan  #775
Media Relations and Public Communications
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
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