(St. John’s, NL) October 24, 2025 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has charged two men for their involvement in a break-and-enter at a bank in Mount Pearl using heavy equipment.
Operational Patrol Services responded to the bank on Commonwealth Avenue in the early morning hours of Jan. 13. Responding officers observed significant damage to the building and an excavator believed to have been used in the commission of the offence was located at the scene.
The RNC General Investigation Unit has charged 30-year-old Joshua Weir with:
- Break and enter
- Theft of a motor-vehicle
- Theft over $5,000
- Mischief over $5,000
- Possession of property obtained by crime
- Breach of probation
His co-accused, 61-year-old Lawrence Whelan has been charged with:
- Break and enter
- Theft of a motor-vehicle
- Theft over $5,000
- Mischief over $5,000
Both men are due to appear in court at later dates.
The RNC encourages anyone who witnesses suspicious activity to report it directly to police by calling 709-729-8000. Crimes in progress should be reported by contacting 911. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.
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File # 2025-2870
Public Communications Unit
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca