Royal Newfoundland Constabulary

01/06/2026

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Police Dog Services (PDS) will be conducting training exercises in various locations throughout the Northeast Avalon beginning today (June 1) and ending Thursday (June 4).

Members of the public should not be alarmed if they see uniformed police officers and their K9 partners within the community. Training sessions are an important part of maintaining the skills and readiness of the unit.

We kindly ask the public to avoid approaching or distracting PDS while they are training and to follow any directions provided by officers in the area.

The RNC thanks the public in advance for their co-operation and understanding.

01/06/2026

The RNC works every day to build safe and healthy communities for ALL residents, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. Together with the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, we strive for a Newfoundland and Labrador where everyone can live without fear of discrimination. Happy Pride Month!

30/05/2026

The RNC is seeking the assistance of the general public in locating missing person, William Sheppard of St. John’s.

Sheppard was last seen in the area of the Health Science Center on May 21, 2026. Sheppard is Caucasian, and is described as being 5’6”, 160-185lbs, with short brown hair.

Anyone with information pertaining to the whereabouts of Sheppard is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Newfoundland and Labrador Crime Stoppers.

File # 2026-32941

29/05/2026

The RCMP-RNC Joint Forces Operation West arrested two people Wednesday, with the assistance of Deer Lake RCMP, after a traffic stop resulted in the seizure of a quantity of co***ne.

On May 27, JFO West investigators were conducting surveillance in the Howley area as part of an ongoing investigation, when they observed activity consistent with the purchase of a controlled substance.

With the assistance of Deer Lake RCMP, a traffic stop was conducted on the Trans Canada Highway between Howley and Deer Lake. Two occupants of the vehicle were placed under arrest for possession of a controlled substance. A subsequent search of the motor vehicle resulted in the seizure of a quantity of co***ne.

A 66-year-old Norris Point man and a 26-year-old woman from Corner Brook were charged with possession of a controlled substance and released from custody with conditions. They are expected to appear in court at a future date.

The investigation is ongoing.

The RCMP-RNC JFO West targets drug trafficking and organized crime on the west coast of the province. If you suspect there is drug trafficking in your neighbourhood, JFO West wants to hear from you. You can remain anonymous while speaking directly with a police officer by contacting the JFO West designated drug line at (709) 637-4221.

Residents in other areas of the province are encouraged to contact their local police detachment to report illegal drug activities.

Co***ne is a leading cause of overdose deaths in Newfoundland and Labrador. Naloxone is ineffective in combatting co***ne overdose. If you suspect someone is overdosing on co***ne, immediately seek medical attention by calling 911.

Royal Newfoundland Constabulary

29/05/2026

We loved spending time with these future community leaders!

28/05/2026

RNC Traffic Services members seize two vehicles. The first was seized yesterday in Kilbride after a 57 yr old male driver was found to have no insurance. The second was earlier today when a 17 yr old male driver was observed driving 153 km/h on Pitts Memorial Dr.

28/05/2026

Cst. Georgina Short is a proud RNC officer who through her professional and personal life continues to do what she signed up to do 38 years ago – help people. We thank her for her service, and congratulate her on this distinguished honour! 🎓

"It does not matter what path you take, it only matters if your path is the right one for you. It is okay to not be like everyone else; our differences can be a strength when we work together. As you embark on this next chapter of your lives, I challenge you to be the positive difference in the lives of those you encounter."

- Georgina G. Short, Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

28/05/2026

UPDATE: 1:55 p.m.

This situation has been resolved without incident.

The RNC thanks the public for their co-operation with this matter.

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There is an increased police presence in the area of Wheelers Road in Corner Brook. Please follow the direction of officers on scene and avoid the area.

There is no risk to public safety.

27/05/2026

The RNC arrested an impaired driver who crashed her vehicle in Conception Bay South.

Operational Patrol Services responded to the area of Topsail Road and Neils Line around 12:15 p.m. yesterday (May 26) after a vehicle had left the roadway. There were no injuries.

The 52-year-old female driver failed a roadside screening test and following further investigation was charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle and refusing to provide a breath sample.

Her vehicle was seized from the scene and her license was suspended. The accused was released from custody to appear in Provincial Court on a later date.

The RNC continues to urge the public to report dangerous and impaired driving directly to police by calling 911. To provide anonymous information on criminal activity contact Newfoundland and Labrador Crime Stoppers.

26/05/2026

RCMP-RNC IICE charges St. John’s man with online child exploitation offences

Following a lengthy investigation conducted by the RCMP-RNC Integrated Internet Child Exploitation (IICE) Unit, 72-year-old Brian Griffin of St. John’s was arrested on April 30, 2026, and is charged with online child exploitation offences.

In October 2025, IICE executed a search warrant at a St. John’s home in relation to a report of
online child exploitation activity. Electronics were seized and subsequently analyzed.

The results of the forensic analysis, as well as other evidence collected, led to Griffin’s arrest.

He is charged with the following Criminal Code offences:
• Transmitting child sexual abuse and exploitation material – one count,
• Possession of child sexual abuse and exploitation material – one count,
• Accessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material – one count.

In accordance with arrest and release procedures, Griffin was released on conditions designed to protect the general public. He is scheduled to appear in St. John’s Provincial Court on June 18, 2026.

Child po*******hy cases require complex forensic examination of seized electronics followed, by additional investigation actions. Consequently, criminal charges in these cases are often laid many months after the ex*****on of a search warrant.

The RCMP-RNC IICE team encourages caregivers and youth to learn about current online threats and safety practices at www.cybertip.ca, www.protectchildren.ca, www.kidsintheknow.ca and www.dontgetsextorted.ca.