Man Wanted for Violent Offences

(St. John’s, NL), April 16, 2024 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is searching for a man wanted in connection with violent offences in St. John’s.

Just after midnight Tuesday (April 16), patrol officers responded to a report of a disturbance in progress at a centre-city home. Responding officers located a woman inside with visible physical injuries and it was determined that a man had fled the area.

As a result of the investigation, a warrant is now in effect for Jerry KINSELLA of St. John’s on charges related to the event. The RNC is actively seeking any information to assist in locating the 32-year-old accused who is facing the following charges:

  • Assault
  • Two counts of choking
  • Four counts of failure to comply with a release order
  • Two counts of breach of probation

In a case of a sighting of KINSELLA, do not approach, and contact the RNC immediately. He is described to be 5’10”, 155 lbs, with a bald head, blue eyes and a star tattoo on his right cheek.

The RNC is asking anyone with information on the whereabouts of Jerry KINSELLA to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

Please see the attached photograph.

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File # 2024-22753

 

Cst. James. C. Cadigan  #775
Media Relations & Public Communication
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
(709) 729-8658

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