Man Charged with Violent Offences in Benoit’s Cove

(Corner Brook, NL) October 29, 2024 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has made an arrest following a report of a disturbance in Benoit’s Cove.

On Sunday (Oct. 27) shortly after 3 p.m., Operational Patrol Services responded to a report of a disturbance on Main Street. Responding officers determined that a man had left the area in a vehicle after causing a disturbance in the area.

Following an investigation, a 63-year-old man from Isle Aux Morts was arrested on charges of criminal harassment, uttering threats, and causing a disturbance. The accused was held in custody to appear in Provincial Court.

The RNC is asking anyone with information to assist the investigation to contact the RNC at 709-637-4100. To report anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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File # 2024-74003

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

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