(St. John’s, NL), April 18, 2024 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is investigating a home invasion that occurred in St. John’s.

Shortly after 9 p.m. on Wednesday (April 17), patrol officers responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence on Kennedy Road. Responding officers determined that two suspects had forced entry into the home, presenting weapons. The suspects left the area in a dark SUV. Two residents of the home, a man and a woman, were assaulted and taken to hospital for treatment of injuries. This is believed to a targeted attack.

One suspect is described to be male, about 6’ tall with a slender build, wearing glasses and a black windbreaker style jacket. The second suspect was a male, about 5’8” tall with a heavy build and a beard.

The RNC is seeking any information, including video footage from the area of Kennedy Road, Colville Street, Harris Drive, and Amherst Heights, between 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on April 17.

Anyone with information 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 #2024-23226

 

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