Month: December 2025

7 months ago

RCMP recover stolen vehicle, man charged with flight from police and possession of stolen property

Police arrested 36-year-old Phillip Verge on Saturday, after a call about a stolen vehicle resulted in a flight from police and the recovery of stolen property. On Dec. 20, police received a complaint of a motor vehicle being operated without the consent of the owner. Officers began patrols in the Clarenville area and located the […]

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7 months ago

RNC locate stolen vehicle; two arrested

The RNC has made arrests connected to a stolen vehicle and dangerous driving on the Northeast Avalon. On Dec. 21, just before 10:30 a.m., police observed a stolen vehicle being driven in the area of Empire Avenue West. A traffic stop was initiated however, the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed. A pursuit […]

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7 months ago

Whitbourne RCMP investigate break and enter to business, seek public’s help

Whitbourne RCMP is investigating a break and enter that occurred at a gas station in the early morning hours of Dec. 21. Police are releasing images of the suspect and suspect vehicle, and asking the public to come forward with any information that could assist the investigation. On Sunday morning at approximately 3:55 a.m., the […]

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7 months ago

Police investigating break, enter and mischief at Victoria home

Harbour Grace RCMP is investigating a break, enter and vandalism to a home, and asking the public for any information about the suspect or suspects. Sometime around 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, an individual or individuals broke into a private residence on Church Road in Victoria. Police believe the suspect(s) broke the windows of […]

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7 months ago

Holyrood RCMP investigating online scam, urging possible victims to come forward

Holyrood RCMP are investigating after a resident reported an online marketplace scam, and are urging anyone with a similar experience to contact police. In November 2025, police received a report from an individual who paid a deposit via e-transfer for a purchase from Facebook Marketplace and believed they were the victim of an online scam. […]

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7 months ago

Dr. Falah Maroun passes away at age 90

Many in the medical community in this province are mourning the loss of Dr. Falah Maroun, a skilled physician and surgeon. Dr. Maroun was born in Lebanon in 1935, and worked in Newfoundland and Labrador for the majority of his lengthy career. An Order of Newfoundland and Labrador recipient, Dr. Maroun was the only neurosurgeon […]

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7 months ago

Tony Humby trial to continue into 2026

The trial of Tony Humby, the St. John’s man accused of a number of sex-related offences, will continue into the new year. Humby has pleaded not guilty to dozens of charges, including sexual assault, sexual exploitation and human trafficking. They involve at least 12 complainants, dating back decades. Humby’s trial has been ongoing for months, […]

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7 months ago

Arrest warrant issued for Mackenzie Sheppard

Gander RCMP is looking for 24-year-old Mackenzie Sheppard, who is actively evading police. Sheppard is wanted in relation to a charge of theft of a motor vehicle. Anyone with any information on the current location of Mackenzie Sheppard is asked to contact Gander RCMP at 709-256-6841. 

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7 months ago

NL Police continue holiday safety awareness campaigns

The festive holiday season has arrived, and RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador want everyone to make safety a priority — both on at home and on the roads — as you enjoy travel, shopping and time with loved ones. The holiday season is a time for celebration, and these simple steps can help ensure it remains […]

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7 months ago

What’s open and what’s not during the holidays

Christmas Day and New Year’s Day are statutory holidays in every province and territory, meaning that most shops, businesses and offices are closed nationwide. But whether or not stores and workplaces are open on Boxing Day depends on where you live. Boxing Day is not a statutory holiday in the Atlantic provinces, but it is […]

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