(St. John’s, NL) July 4, 2025 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) arrested a man after a search of a home in St. John’s.

Last night (July 3), shortly before midnight, Operational Patrol Services attended a residence where wanted person, 32-year-old Michael Legge, was believed to be staying. A warrant of arrest was in effect for Legge on intimate partner violence offences of criminal harassment and uttering threats.

Responding officers observed Legge inside the home and attempted to communicate with him and the other occupants, however, officers were met with non-compliance. Patrol officers successfully obtained judicial authorization to enter the residence in order to effect an arrest. Still being met with non-compliance, officers gained entry and arrested Legge inside the home.

Legge was held in custody to appear in Provincial Court.

Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000. Crimes in progress should be reported by calling 911. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit nlcrimestoppers.com.

 

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File # 2025-37345

 

Cst. James Cadigan,  #775
Public Communications Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
709-729-8658