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Charge upgraded to murder after death in Corner Brook

By Don Bradshaw — 2 days ago

Police have made an arrest in connection with the suspicious death of a man in Corner Brook Tuesday night with charges now upgraded to murder.

The RNC was called around 8:15 p.m. to a report of a disturbance in the Wheeler’s Road area of Corner Brook. On arrival, officers located a man with serious injuries from a physical altercation. He was taken to Western Memorial Regional Hospital to seek medical assistance. Another man in the area was taken into custody.

The victim, a 63-year-old man from Corner Brook, succumbed to his injuries in hospital. He was pronounced dead a short time after arrival. Investigators will consult with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to determine the cause of death.

At this stage in the investigation, a 48-year-old man from Corner Brook has been charged with with second-degree murder and aggravated assault. The accused remains in custody and is set to appear in Provincial Court in relation to the charges. Any further action will depend on the cause of death as determined by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

This investigation remains active and investigators continue to seek witness information and video footage in the area of the event on Wheeler’s Road in Corner Brook.

Anyone who is experiencing stress or mental health crisis as a result of this event, please reach out to the provincial mental health crisis line for support through 811. The RNC Mental Health Mobile Crisis Response Team is also available to support the community where and when a mental health crisis may occur.

The RNC asks that anyone with information to assist this investigation to contact the RNC at 637-4100 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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Elderly couple reunited after being separated in different long-term care homes

By Marykate O'Neill — 2 days ago

After more than a year and a half separated in different long-term care homes, an elderly couple has finally been reunited. NTV’s Marykate O’Neill has their story.

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Opposition raises concerns about Atlantic Loop in federal budget

By Ben Cleary — 2 days ago

The federal government unveiled budget 2023

With big spending on the rising cost of living, health care and green energy. But what does it mean for Newfoundland and Labrador?

NTV’s Ben Cleary has more on that.

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Stephenville woman arrested Monday evening following stabbing

By Web Team — 2 days ago

A woman was arrested in Stephenville Monday evening after a stabbing.

This viewer video shows the arrest. Police say 30-year-old Kayla Rose-Leader has been charged with aggravated assault, theft of a motor vehicle, break and enter, and failing to comply with a release order.

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Tors Cove man found guilty of brutal assault in St. John’s

By Rosie Mullaley — 2 days ago

A Tors Cove man has been found guilty of a brutal assault in St. John’s two and a half years ago.

NTV’s Rosie Mullaley was at Supreme Court today for the decision and files this report.

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Crab protesters launch flotilla in St. John’s Harbour

By Beth Penney — 2 days ago

Inshore crab harvesters continued their protests today, by launching a flotilla of boats for 3L inshore crab, in St. John’s harbour. NTV’s Beth Penney reports.

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Case set over for woman charged with claiming to be a nurse at Gander long-term care facility

By Colleen Lewis — 2 days ago

A woman who is charged with claiming to be a nurse at a long-term care facility in Gander has had her case set over this week.

NTV’s Colleen Lewis reports.

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Singer-songwriter Chris de Burgh returns for concert in St. John’s

By David Salter — 2 days ago

27 albums in a 50 year career. And an unofficial ambassador for Newfoundland and Labrador. international singer-songwriter Chris de Burgh has been performing in this province since the late 1970s and will be here once again next week.

NTV’s David Salter spoke with Chris de Burgh today from his home in Ireland and has this story.

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Police issue arrest warrant for Bell Island man

By Web Team — 2 days ago

An arrest warrant has been issued for 35-year-old Francis Mercer of Bell Island who is currently wanted for 16 counts of failing to comply with a court release order.

Mercer, who is currently on conditions not to be on Bell Island and to have no contact with victims of previous assaults which are still before the court, has breached and continues to breach these conditions.

He is described as 5-foot-11, weighing approximately 150 pounds. He has brown hair and hazel eyes. A picture is attached.

Anyone having information on the current location of Francis Mercer is asked to contact Bell Island RCMP at 709-488-3312 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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Province reports no new COVID deaths in previous two weeks

By Web Team — 2 days ago

Newfoundland and Labrador is reporting no new COVID deaths in the previous two weeks.

There were 16 new admissions to hospital during that period with two in critical care. The population is currently 22.1 per cent up to date on vaccinations.

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