File: 24-2911

The Saint John Police Major Crime Unit are seeking information, witnesses, and video footage in connection with a robbery that occurred on Lake Drive

On Saturday, April 27, 2024, at approximately 3:00 p.m., officers responded to reports of a robbery involving two suspects.

It is alleged that:

-A 36-year-old woman was driving in Haymarket Square when she was struck by another vehicle. The vehicle was described as a white sedan. It followed her as she pulled into a parking lot

-One man and one woman got out of the vehicle and approached the victim’s vehicle. Both were described as being in their forties.

-There was a struggle and the woman’s purse was stolen.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses or anyone in the area that has video footage or 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, visit Submit a Tip | Saint John Police Force, or if you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or 1-800-222-T.I.P.S.

The Saint John Police have arrested a 38-year-old man following a residential break and enter.

It is reported that:

On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at approximately 10:19 p.m., police responded to a report of a man breaking into a residence in the 100-block of Douglas Avenue.

It was alleged that the suspect had made attempts to forcefully gain access to the residence. Police responded and located a 38-year-old man near the back of the residence. He was taken into custody without further incident. A member of the Saint John Police K9 Unit was on scene and did a search of the area. The canines’ keen sense of smell led them to discovering further evidence in relation to the incident.

The accused was released on an undertaking to appear in court on August 08, 2024.

The Saint John Police would like to thank the public for their assistance.

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File: 24-2691

The Saint John Police Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit have made an arrest in relation to a firearms investigation.

It is alleged that:

On Friday, April 19, 2024, at approximately 11:25 a.m., undercover officers observed a man in the 100-block area of Charlotte Street (Uptown). The man was carrying a small bag that officers believed contained a firearm.