(St. John’s, NL) May 21, 2026 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has arrested a man following a home invasion in the west end of St. John’s.

Operational Patrol Services responded to a call shortly before 11 p.m. yesterday (May 20) where they found a home had been vandalized by an intruder; there were no injuries. The suspect had fled prior to police arrival.

The 35-year-old accused was arrested in a commercial area this afternoon. He is facing charges of:

• Break and enter with intent
• Robbery with violence
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Mischief
• Breaches

The accused will appear in court tomorrow.

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 report anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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File # 2026-31442

Public Communications Unit
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca