(St. John’s, NL) January 24, 2025 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has made an arrest following a search of a property in St. John’s.

A Weapons and Drug Enforcement Unit (WDEU) investigation into firearms-related offences led officers to a property on Druken Crescent. At approximately 6:30 a.m. today (Jan. 24), the WDEU supported by RNC Operational Patrol Services, the RNC Tactics and Rescue Unit and the RCMP-NL Emergency Response Team, performed a tactical entry to gain access to the home. Tyler Downey, 29, was arrested without further incident. He appeared in Provincial Court today charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking.

The investigation is ongoing.

The RNC WDEU is dedicated to the removal of illegal weapons and drugs from our communities. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit nlcrimestoppers.com.

 

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 File # 2025-4963

 

Cst. James Cadigan, #775
Public Communications Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
709-729-8658