Police continue to investigate body discovered in St. John’s harbour; NTV awaiting more information
Police are investigating after a body was discovered in the waters of St. John’s Harbour on Saturday morning. Today, the RNC confirmed the body found was a male. His age has not been confirmed at this time and police say the death is not believed to be suspicious.
Emergency crews were called to the bottom of the harbour, near the Oceanex terminal and Harbour Drive, shortly before 9:00 a.m. after receiving reports of a person in the water. Fast rescue craft from several vessels and from the Canadian Coast Guard were also summoned.
Once located and removed from the water, the deceased individual was taken by boat to the offshore supply vessel Atlantic Heron, onto which paramedics with Eastern Health and officers with the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) were seen boarding.
The RNC is investigating the incident, to determine the identity of the individual and cause of death.
NTV News will have more information as it becomes available.
Talk of the Tiny Towns: Biggest kitchen party on the Southern Shore
Tonight we begin our Inspiring NL: Talk of the Tiny Towns series.
Throughout the summer, we’ll shine light on some of our rural communities that are defying the odds.
In our first story, NTV’s Marykate O’Neill heads to the biggest kitchen party on the Southern Shore. Here’s the inspiring story.
Police investigate serious collision near South Brook
The Trans-Canada Highway east of South Brook was closed for several hours Sunday evening after a serious motor-vehicle collision.
Three vehicles were involved and witnesses say it’s believed a moose may have been the cause. Traffic analysts were on the scene throughout Sunday night to carry out their official investigation. Several first responders were also on hand including several ambulances.
The RCMP Springdale RCMP Detachment is expected to release more details Monday.
Dawson Mercer trades hockey stick for fishing rod
Dawson Mercer has proven to be one of the NHL’s top young players. The 21-year-old has emerged as a star with New Jersey Devils.
But there’s no place he loves more than his home province. The Bay Roberts native returns home at every opportunity – from meeting his youngest fans at local hockey tournaments to helping local charity.
He especially loves the simpler things in life – like an relaxing walk around his hometown to a day on the water.
The young hockey star was recently spotted fishing on the Exploits River and posed for a picture with one of the province’s most famous outdoorsman, Gord Follett, of NTV’s popular series, The Newfoundland Sportsman Show. Follett said the hockey phenom is as comfortable with a fishing rod in his hand as a hockey stick – landing a salmon just before they posed for a picture.
Mercer returns for his third season with the Devils this season.
Blockade ends in Swift Current after wanted man not found in community, remains at large
Police were searching Swift Current on Wednesday for Tony Farrell of Marystown. He is believed to be armed and violent. Report any sightings to 911.
He is reported to be carrying weapons with possible dangerous intent to use them.
By Wednesday evening, police reported that after a thorough search of Swift Current, Tony Farrell was not located. Residents can resume normal activities. A police presence will continue as part of the investigation.
🚨UPDATE #5: ( 8:20 p.m. NST) 1/2 After a thorough search of Swift Current by police, Tony Farrell was not located. Residents can resume normal activities. A police presence will continue as part of the investigation…. https://t.co/FqC1rMlmeZ
— RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador (@RCMPNL) July 26, 2023
RCMP efforts continue to search for escaped inmate from Stephenville
Bay St. George RCMP are actively searching for an escaped inmate from the West Coast Correctional Centre in Stephenville. Thirty-one-year-old Tyler Bennett escaped just after 6:00 p.m. on Friday, June. 15.
Bennett is 5’8″ tall and weighs 160 pounds. He has multiple tattoos.
Anyone with information on the current location of Tyler Bennett is asked to contact Bay St. George RCMP at 709-643-2118 or Crimestoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.