4 days ago
RNC warns of online group ‘764’ targeting and extorting youths
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is warning the public of online groups targeting and extorting youth online. Police are aware of a violent online group known as the “764” which deliberately targets, victimizes and recruits children. The RNC is warning residents that online extremist groups are coercing youth through online gaming platforms, such as Roblox and […]
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4 days ago
Six RCMP officers celebrated four catching impaired drivers at Team Nick Coates Award Ceremony
Six RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador police officers were added to the Nick Coates Impaired Driving Team by MADD Canada today. Nick Coates’ Team is a program that recognizes dedicated RCMP and RNC police officers throughout Newfoundland and Labrador who diligently work to reduce the number of drivers on the road impaired by alcohol or drugs. […]
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4 days ago
Sheshatshiu RCMP arrest prohibited driver pulled over for speeding
A 39-year-old man was taken into custody by Sheshatshiu RCMP Thursday afternoon when a traffic stop revealed that he was a prohibited driver and the subject of an active arrest warrant. On June 11 around 12:50 p.m., an officer patrolling Route 520 observed a vehicle traveling 114 km/h where the posted limit is 80km/h. Police […]
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4 days ago
RNC appealing for information following fatal collision
The RNC is investigating a fatal impaired driving collision in St. John’s. At approximately 1:30 a.m. today, officers responded to a report of a single-vehicle roll-over near the intersection of Mayor Avenue and Newtown Road. There were four people in the vehicle at the time of the collision; one succumbed to injuries. The three others […]
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4 days ago
Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP investigating incident of animal cruelty, seeking public’s assistance
Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP is investigating a possible case of animal cruelty after a dog was located deceased in the water near Route 470. On Thursday, police received a report of the deceased small breed dog in a lake near Route 470, approximately two kilometres outside Port aux Basques. Officers attended the scene and determined […]
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4 days ago
Natuashish RCMP asking for public’s assistance locating Wayne Mistenapeo
Natuashish RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance locating 30-year-old Wayne John Kaniuekutat Mistenapeo. Mistenapeo is the subject of an arrest warrant and is actively evading police. He is wanted in relation to charges of: • Assault with a weapon • Forcible confinement • Uttering threats • Failure to comply with an undertaking Anyone having […]
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4 days ago
RNC searching for missing person Michael Talbot
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is seeking the assistance of the public in locating missing person Michael Talbot of St. John’s. The 65-year-old is described as approximately 5’9″ tall and a slim build. He was last seen in the downtown area wearing a black hoodie, black jacket, blue jeans, and black and white sneakers. Anyone with information […]
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4 days ago
NL Health Services declares outbreak of invasive Meningococcal Disease in central Newfoundland
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is advising the public of an outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) following three lab confirmed cases within Central Newfoundland and Labrador. Public Health has conducted case and contact management. All individuals considered to be close or high-risk contacts have been notified and offered vaccination for N. Meningitidis B. At […]
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4 days ago
Cold temperatures continue into the weekend for much of the province
ST. JOHN’S/BONAVISTA Today: Showers or drizzle ending this morning then a mix of sun and cloud. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40. Temperature falling to plus 5 this morning then steady. UV index 7 or high. Tonight: Clear. Increasing cloudiness overnight. Wind northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50. Low […]
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