(St. John’s, NL) May 19, 2026 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has charged a woman following a stabbing in the east end of St. John’s.
Operational Patrol Services responded to the Virginia Park neighbourhood just after 9:30 a.m. Saturday (May 16) where a male was found with non-life-threatening injuries. He was sent to hospital for treatment.
The 36-year-old female suspect was located at a home nearby and taken into custody. Andrea Whiteway will appear in court today on charges of:
- Assault with a weapon
- Assault causing bodily harm
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Resisting arrest
The pair were known to one another.
The RNC continues to encourage anyone who witnesses suspicious activity to report it directly to police by calling 709-729-8000. Crimes in progress should be reported by contacting 911. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.
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File # 2026-30399
Public Communications Unit
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
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