Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
RCMP NL’s Major Crimes Unit has charged 27-year-old Michael Tuglavina with first degree murder and attempted murder following a complaint of an assault in Hopedale on Friday.
During the evening of May 16, 2025, Hopedale RCMP responded to an urgent complaint of an assault at a local residence in the community. Upon their arrival, police officers discovered a deceased male inside of the residence with injuries indicative of foul play, and a second victim nearby who had sustained serious injuries.
A brief shelter in place order was issued for the community, and suspect was quickly identified and was arrested by the RCMP within a short period of time. The RCMP Major Crime Unit assumed control of the investigation and charged 27-year-old Michael Tuglavina on May 17, 2025 with first degree murder and attempted murder. He currently remains in custody.
The suspect and the victims are known to one another. There is currently no known risk to public safety.
Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the community over the next few days as officers with the RCMP Major Crimes Unit are in the community continuing the investigation.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is engaged and the investigation is continuing
RCMP NL extends condolences to the family and friends of the deceased at this most difficult time.