Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
The West District RCMP has arrested one man, and is continuing to search for a second man in connection with a firearm offence in Tower Hill and Lawrence Station, N.B.
On January 10, 2024, at approximately 6 p.m., members of the West District RCMP responded to a report of a firearm discharge incident vin the Lawrence Station area. No one was injured during the incident.
On January 11, a 28-year-old man was arrested in Fredericton, N.B. in connection with the investigation.
Police are still asking for the public’s help to locate 33-year-old Ronald McLaughlin, who is believed to be in possession of a firearm and should be considered armed and dangerous.
If you see him, do not approach, and call 911 immediately. If you have information on the whereabouts of Ronald McLaughlin, you can also contact the St. Stephen RCMP at 506-466-7030. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.
The investigation is ongoing.