(St. John’s, NL) November 24, 2025 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has made an arrest following an armed robbery in St. John’s.

On Nov. 13 around 4:30 p.m., Operational Patrol Services responded to an armed robbery at a business on Queen Street in St. John’s. The suspect presented a weapon, demanded cash from an employee and fled the area. There were no injuries.

The RNC General Investigation Unit was engaged and officers arrested Ajmain Inqiyad Islam Radin on Friday (Nov. 21) on charges of armed robbery, careless use of a firearm, possession of a firearm for a dangerous purpose, pointing a firearm, using a firearm in the commission of an offence, and carrying a concealed firearm.

The 24-year-old appeared in court on Saturday (Nov. 22).

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 nlcrimestoppers.com.

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File # 2025-79512

 

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