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.

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.

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Chief Robert Bruce, on behalf of the Saint John Police, is pleased to announce 6-year-old Sophia Lord is the winner of the 2024 Chief for a Day contest.

Sophia enjoys helping others. Like any good police officer, she is dedicated to keeping things safe and orderly, whether it is helping her teacher clean up after things get messy, sharing toys with her cousin, or books with her brother.

“Sophia’s actions demonstrate the values that are required to be a model police officer. Her unique way of fostering joy and happiness for everyone around her serves as an outstanding example for all to follow.” Chief R.M. Bruce

The Saint John Police will be proud to serve under Chief Lord when she visits Peel Plaza for a day next month.

We would also like to thank all students who entered this year’s contest.

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File: 23-2056

Members of the Saint John Police have arrested a 46-year-old man following a lengthy investigation into Fraud, Uttering Forged Documents and Sexual Assault.

It is reported that:

In May 2023, an individual called the police saying that the accused was offering private “rape defense classes” as a Code White/Krav Maga instructor and given the circumstances surrounding this training, the individual became suspicious that there was some type of fraud taking place. A short time later another individual came forward to file a complaint about the accused claiming that they felt they were sexually assaulted during this training.

The investigation, led by members of the Saint John Police Family Protection Unit, assisted by members of the Major Crime Unit, Forensic Identification Services, Patrol Services and the Digital Forensic Services of the RCMP, resulted in the execution of a Search Warrant on the residence and vehicles of the accused on May 16, 2024, where the accused was arrested for Fraud (X2), Uttering Forged documents (X7) and Sexual Assault (x2). The accused is scheduled to appear in Court on January 09, 2025.

The investigation continues and investigators are appealing to anyone who may have information related to this investigation contact the Saint John Police Force at 1-506-648-3333.

File: 24-3327

The Saint John Police is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Amanda Raynes who is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant.

It is reported that:

On May 13, 2024, a warrant was issued for breaching the conditions of her statutory release.

RAYNES is described as 5’3, 105lbs, brown hair, and brown eyes. She has several tattoos:

-Left forearm – black and white flowers
-Left middle finger – rose
-Right forearm – cross covered by flowers
-Neck – spider
-Left hand – clock

Amanda RAYNES is a 41-year-old serving a 5-year 5-month and 29-day sentence for convictions of; Assault Causing Bodily Harm, Assault Peace Officer with Weapon or Imitation, Assault with a Weapon, Escape or Being at Large Without Excuse (x2), Motor Vehicle Theft, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – Under $5000, Armed Robbery, and Utter Counterfeit Money.

Police are warning the public to not approach the suspect. 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 Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or 1-800-222-T.I.P.S.