1 year ago
Wanted man arrested after refusing to exit residence in Port aux Basques
Wanted man 44-year-old Leon Francis was arrested by Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP after a lengthy stand off yesterday afternoon at a residence in Port aux Basques. At approximately 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, police attended a residence on Savoury’s Lane after learning that Francis was inside the home. Francis refused to exit and barricaded himself inside. […]
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1 year ago
Increased police presence in New Harbour
Bay Roberts RCMP is advising the public of an increased police presence in the area of Powell’s Supermarket, as well as residence in New Harbour, in relation to an ongoing investigation. Please are asking people to avoid the areas while officers conduct their work. There is no current risk to public safety.
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1 year ago
Police arrest Leon Francis
Police have arrested 44-year-old Leon William Francis of Port aux Basques. The RCMP issued a warrant for his arrest earlier this week. Francis was wanted in relation to the following criminal charges:
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1 year ago
RNC make arrest following disturbance
The RNC made an arrest after responding to a disturbance in Corner Brook. On Wednesday, just before 9 p.m., police responded to a report of an assault in progress in the area of Riverhead Road. Officers located two individuals with minor physical injuries. A short time later, a male believed to be responsible for the […]
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