(St. John’s, NL) November 7, 2025 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has charged a St. John’s man with murder.

On Oct. 31 at approximately 1:45 p.m., Operational Patrol Services responded to a home in the Rabbittown area. Upon arrival, patrol officers located a deceased 28-year-old male in a residence. Working with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, the death was determined to be suspicious.

As a result of an investigation by the RNC Major Crime Unit, 27-year-old Jordan Woods has been charged with second-degree murder and will appear in court today.

The RNC is offering sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Anyone with information to assist the investigation is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000. To report anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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File # 2025-76308

 

Cst. Stephanie Myers, #874
Public Communications Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
709-729-8658