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History

On this day, May 31

Today in History

  • 2013 The widest tornado ever recorded hits El Reno, Oklahoma

    The storm had a width of 4.2 km (2.6 mi). Nine people were killed as it swept over rural areas of Central Oklahoma.

  • 2005 Deep Throat reveals himself

    Former FBI agent Mark Felt admitted that he was the most important informant in the 1970’s Watergate scandal which uncovered the dirty tricks of the Nixon administration, ultimately leading to Nixon’s resignation.

  • 1961 South Africa becomes an independent republic

    Following international criticism of the country’s Apartheid regime, it had to leave the Commonwealth of Nations. The system of racial segregation was gradually abolished in the early 1990s.

  • 1879 Werner von Siemens presents the world’s first electric locomotive

    Von Siemens’ landmark invention was soon used in trams. 1881 saw the introduction of the world’s first electric tram in Berlin, Germany.

  • 1859 The Great Clock housing Big Ben starts keeping time

    The clock at the top of Elizabeth Tower at the north end of the British Houses of Parliament is one of the world’s best-known timekeepers.

Crime

Arrest in Robbery Investigation – Lansdowne Ave

Story Harvested From Saint John Police Dept

Arrest in Robbery Investigation – Lansdowne Ave

 

File: 24-3702

The Saint John Police have arrested a 27-year-old man in connection with a robbery investigation.

It is alleged that:

On Monday, May 27, 2024, at approximately 8:15 p.m., a 71-year-old man was leaving a business located in the 80-block of Lansdowne Ave when he was pushed to the ground from behind.

A struggle ensued and the suspect was able to take money from the victim’s pocket before fleeing the scene.

Police were called to the scene, but the suspect was not located. The man was treated at scene for non-life-threatening injuries.

The Major Crime Unit and Forensic Services were called to investigate.

On Tuesday, May 28, 2024, an undercover officer spotted the suspect at a business on the west side. With the assistance of members from Patrol Services, a 27-year-old man was arrested for robbery, assault PO, obstruction, and fail to comply with an undertaking. He was held in custody to appear in court on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saint John Police Force at 1-506-648-3333, or if you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or 1-800-222-T.I.P.S.

Fun Holidays

Hamburger Day

Celebrate the humble, but delicious hamburger on May 28, Hamburger Day.

While the hamburger owes its name to the city of Hamburg in Germany, the hamburger, as it is known and loved today worldwide – a meat patty wedged inside two slices of bun, is distinctly an American invention.

The unofficial holiday is also sometimes known as National Hamburger Day.

What To Do?

  • Eat hamburgers for all your meals on this day.
  • Gourmet up your burgers by adding toppings like caramelized onions and mushrooms and blue cheese.
  • Host a backyard barbecue and treat your guests to delicious homemade burgers.

FYI…

…that during the Second World War, American soldiers tried to rename the hamburger as liberty burger.

Crime

Stabbing Investigation – Cliff St

Story Harvested From Saint John Police Dept

Stabbing Investigation – Cliff St

 

File: 24-3648

The Saint John Police are investigating following a report of stabbing in the 40-block of Cliff St.

It is reported that:

On Saturday, May 25, 2024, at approximately 4:46 p.m., the Saint John Police responded to a report of a stabbing in 40-block of Cliff St.

Officers arrived on scene and located a 47-year-old man who had sustained serious injuries. He was transported to the regional hospital for treatment and has been released.

The Forensic Identification Services Unit was called to investigate. Detectives believe that this is an isolated incident. At this time, no arrests have been made.

Investigators are appealing for witnesses or anyone in the area that has dash-cam or video surveillance of the incident at the time it occurred.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saint John Police Force at 1-506-648-3333, or if you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or 1-800-222-T.I.P.S.

For more news, visit News | Saint John Police Force