(Corner Brook, NL) August 25, 2025 — The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has arrested a man in connection with violent offences in Lark Harbour.

On Friday morning (Aug. 22), Operational Patrol Services responded to a report of an assault that had just occurred at a residence in Lark Harbour. Responding officers located a female at the residence with non-life threatening physical injuries. It was determined that a male, known to the female, had left the property prior to police arrival.

Following an investigation, a 42-year-old male was arrested nearby. He was held in custody to appear in Provincial Court on charges of assault causing bodily harm and choking.

Anyone with information to assist the investigation is asked to contact the RNC at 709-637-4100. Please report crimes in progress by contacting 911. To report anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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File # 2025-57898

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