(St. John’s, NL) June 26, 2026 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is investigating a robbery that occurred on a walking trail in Mount Pearl.

Just after 9:30 a.m. today, the RNC responded to a robbery in the Carroll Drive area of Mount Pearl. A female reported that she was approached by a male on the Admiralty Walking Trail where he presented a weapon and attempted to take her belongings before fleeing the area in the direction of Richard Nolan Drive.

The female was treated by paramedics for minor injuries. It is believed the pair were unknown to one another.

Operational Patrol Services responded to the call, and immediately engaged Police Dog Services, a drone operator, officers on all-terrain vehicles, as well as Mount Pearl Municipal Enforcement, to assist in the search of the man responsible.

The male suspect who has not yet been located is described as a thin, tall, Caucasian, who was wearing a black hoodie and black pants.

The Major Crime Unit continues to investigate the matter and is encouraging anyone who was in the area between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. and who may have information to contact police by calling 709-729-8000.

Residents of Mount Pearl should expect an increased police presence throughout the weekend.

To provide anonymous information on criminal activity, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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File # 2026-40790

 Cst. Stephanie Myers, #874
Public Communications Unit
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca