(St. John’s, NL), August 19, 2021 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services (OPS) arrested a man for breaching court orders last night in downtown St. John’s.

On Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at approximately 10:50 pm, officers with RNC OPS responded to a request for police assistance in the Duckworth Street area of St. John’s. Reports indicated a possible disturbance in progress. Responding officers located a male and female in the area.

As a result of an investigation stemming from the request for police assistance, officers arrested a 23-year-old man from St. John’s who was charged with breaching court orders. The man 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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Cst. James Cadigan  #775
Media Relations Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
(709) 729-8658