The Saint John Police Force has recently welcomed four new constables: Benjamin Cannon, Arjun Chauhan, Owen Lohnes, and Carlo Mariano. These officers were sworn in during a ceremony at police headquarters on January 10, 2025, and have begun their duties immediately.

All four recruits were selected by the force’s recruitment team and sponsored to attend the Atlantic Police Academy, where they completed six months of training. Chief Robert Bruce expressed pride in the new members, stating, “We are very proud of our newest members. Each of them brings a uniqueness that will have a positive impact on our service delivery as we continue to focus on community engagement keeping our city safe, secure and healthy.”

Constable Owen Lohnes has a personal connection to the force, as his father, Jason, is a long-serving member who influenced his decision to pursue a career in policing. Additionally, Constable Arjun Chauhan, who moved to New Brunswick from India in 2019, participated in the force’s first inclusion and diversity recruitment camp last year. He is the first participant from that camp to be hired by the force, highlighting the department’s commitment to diversity and community representation.

With these new additions, the Saint John Police Force now comprises 146 officers dedicated to serving the community.