Category: Canada

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

The RCMP Northeast Nova Major Crime Unit (NEN MCU) has charged a Bathurst, New Brunswick, man with two counts of Murder (second degree) in relation to two homicides in Colchester County.

On January 8, at approximately 3:30 p.m., 35-year-old Ronald Albert Canuel, who was wanted on an arrest warrant, was arrested after the vehicle he was driving was located by the New Brunswick RCMP’s Provincial Crime Reduction Unit (PCRU) outside an apartment building in Campbellton.

In consultation with NEN MCU, Campbellton RCMP, supported by the New Brunswick RCMP Police Dog Services team, PCRU, and a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System, responded to the scene and safely arrested Canuel outside the building.

Canuel has been remanded into custody and transported back to Nova Scotia to appear in Truro Provincial Court.

The investigation is ongoing.

Our thoughts remain with the victims’ loved ones at this difficult time.

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

January 10, 2025, Stratford PEI – Stratford RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in solving a theft of a significant amount of copper from a job site in Stratford.

Stratford RCMP responded to a report of theft of copper piping from the construction site of the new high school in Stratford on John Joe Sark Drive, Stratford. Between January 6-8th, approximately $10,000 worth of copper piping was cut from the job site.

If you have any information about this theft (or any other crime), please contact the Queens District RCMP 902-368-9300. To report anonymously, call the PEI Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-800-222-8477.

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

The Central Region Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) are cautioning travelers to be aware that it is illegal to bring any amount of cannabis onto any international flight.

On November 14^th two separate individuals arrived at Toronto Pearson International Airport with a scheduled departure flight to London, United Kingdom (UK). Outbound baggage examinations by the CBSA uncovered two separate cases of alleged cannabis concealed inside the luggage, amounting to an approximate total of 45 kilograms with an estimated street value of $175,000.

The CBSA seized the cannabis and arrested the travelers. The Central Region Toronto Airport Detachment, Border Integrity Response team has charged:

• Krystle Lee Paula Cormack (40), having possessed 21.95 kilograms of cannabis was arrested and charged with Export contrary to section 11(2) of the Cannabis Act.
• Channelle Monique Atherton (32), having possessed 22.5 kilograms of cannabis was arrested and charged with Export contrary to section 11(2) of the Cannabis Act.

Both accused have been released on an undertaking and are expected to appear at the A. Grenville and William Davis Courthouse in Brampton on February 12, 2025.

“If you are a victim, or believe you have been targeted by a criminal organization to transport cannabis, report the incident to your local police. Don’t carry luggage for others, awareness is your best defence. Be suspicious of any offer that sounds too good to be true, as you will be held responsible and that dream vacation could end up turning into a trip to prison.” – Inspector John McMath Officer in Charge, RCMP Toronto Airport Detachment.

“CBSA’s Border Services Officers work tirelessly to stop the illegal importation and exportation of drugs. Together, the CBSA and the RCMP keep our borders safe and hold those who violate Canada laws accountable. Their efforts support public safety both in Canada and globally.” – Lisa Janes, Regional Director General, Canada Border Services Agency, Greater Toronto Area Region

Fast Facts

• The RCMP supports the CBSA’s mandate at the ports of entry from inbound and outbound criminal threats through criminal investigations and prosecutions related to narcotic smuggling.
• With a presence across Canada, the RCMP is uniquely positioned to protect our border between ports of entry, but also conduct follow-up investigations when necessary.
• The RCMP and the CBSA work closely in an investigative capacity, along with other domestic and international law enforcement partners, to combat the impact that cross border criminal activity is having on our communities.

If you have any information related to smuggling, drug importation, trafficking, or possession, or wish to report other criminality, you can contact the Ontario RCMP at 1-800-387-0020, the confidential CBSA Border Watch toll-free line at 1-888-502-9060 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), at any time.

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Search efforts are ongoing for 51-year-old Elizabeth Jararuse in Nain, who has been missing since December 30, 2024.

Searchers with Nain Ground Search and Rescue, joined by local residents, have saturated the town and surrounding area over the last week in an effort to locate Jararuse. She remains missing.

Poor weather conditions continue to prevent aerial searches. Aircraft remain on standby waiting for deployment.

Anyone having information on the location of Jararuse or who may have seen her on or since December 30, 2024, is asked to contact Nain RCMP at 709-922-2862.

The investigation is continuing.

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Bay St. George RCMP arrested two individuals, a 25-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, who were operating a stolen vehicle in Kippens on January 9, 2025.

At approximately 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, police observed a SUV with a licence plate attached that did not belong to the vehicle. Subsequent checks determined that the vehicle was stolen from Deer Lake on January 2, 2025.

The two occupants departed the vehicle on foot and were subsequently arrested a short distance away by Bay St. George RCMP for possession of property obtained by crime. Both were released from custody and are set to appear in court at a later date. The man faces charges of possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 and possession of a prohibited weapon. The woman faces charges of possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 and failure to comply with a condition of an undertaking.

RCMP NL continues to fulfill its mandate to protect public safety, enforce the law, and ensure the delivery of priority policing services in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

The RCMP Northeast Nova Major Crime Unit (NEN MCU) is investigating the suspicious death of a woman in Bible Hill on January 3 as a homicide.

On January 3 at approximately 9:30 am, Colchester County District RCMP responded to a home on Bomber Dr. as part of a wellbeing check and located a deceased 42-year-old woman and an unconscious man who was transported to hospital.

The woman’s death was considered suspicious and NEN MCU took lead of the investigation, supported by Colchester County District RCMP, Truro Police Service, RCMP Forensic Identification Services (FIS) and the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service.

The Medical Examiner Service has ruled the death a homicide. Investigators have executed search warrants to collect supporting evidence and NEN MCU continues to lead the investigation with support from RCMP Forensic Identification Services (FIS). There is no evidence to suggest a risk to the public or that the homicide is an incident of intimate partner violence.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the NEN MCU at 902-896-5060 and reference file number 2025-10877. To remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.

Our thoughts continue to be with the woman’s loved ones at this difficult time.

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Deer Lake RCMP and the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) in Corner Brook are looking to arrest wanted man, 39-year-old Shane Roderick White of Benoit’s Cove, who is actively evading police.

White is wanted in relation to a number of charges including:

• Robbery
• Robbery with the use of a firearm
• Extortion with a firearm
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle
• Failure to attend court – two counts
• Failure to comply with a condition of a release order – eight counts

Anyone having information about the current location of Shane White is asked to contact Deer Lake RCMP (709-635-2173) or Corner Brook RNC (709-637-4100). To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

An arrest warrant has been issued for 28-year-old Wayne John Kaniuekutat Mistenapeo who is actively evading police.

Mistenapeo is wanted by Natuashish RCMP in relation to a number of charges including:

• Assault
• Uttering threats
• Mischief under $5,000
• Breach of probation – two counts
• Breach of a release order – three counts

An image of Mistenapeo is attached.

Anyone having information on the current location of Wayne Mistenapeo is asked to contact Natuashish RCMP at 709-478-8900 or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

The RCMP’s Antigonish-Guysborough Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU) has arrested multiple people after executing a search warrant at a home in Lower South River.

On January 2, officers from the Antigonish-Guysborough SCEU, with assistance from the Pictou County Integrated SCEU and the Antigonish County District RCMP, executed a search warrant at a residence on Rogers Dr. in relation to an ongoing drug trafficking investigation.

Four people were arrested at the home without incident.

At the residence, investigators seized a quantity of cocaine, cash, five firearms, a taser, a baton, and property that had been stolen from a local business.

A 27-year-old man and 25-year-old woman, both of Lower South River, will face charges of:

• Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
• Careless Storage of a Firearm
• Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
• Possessing a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose

They were released from custody to appear in Antigonish Provincial Court on February 26.

Ellsworth Decoste, 37, of Frankville, was also arrested at the residence for outstanding warrants. He faces new charges of Failure to Comply with Release Conditions (three counts) and Theft Under $5,000. He was held in custody and attended Antigonish Provincial Court on January 2.

The fourth person arrested was released without charges.

Nova Scotians are encouraged to contact their nearest RCMP detachment or local police to report crime, including the illegal sale of drugs, in their communities. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or using the P3 Tips app.

Note: The PCISCEU is made up of police officers from Pictou County District RCMP, Westville Police Service, and Stellarton Police Service.

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Harbour Grace RCMP is investigating a break, enter and theft that occurred at the Scotiabank in Carbonear today, January 9, 2025. A stolen pickup truck and two stolen excavators were used during the commission of the crime.

Shortly after 1:00 a.m., a commercial pickup truck was stolen from a gated compound on Goff Avenue in Carbonear. Following this crime, two excavators that were parked on a commercial property adjacent to the Scotiabank on Powell Drive were stolen.

At approximately 1:25 a.m., Harbour Grace RCMP received a report of commercial alarm at the Scotiabank in Carbonear. Police arrived on the scene minutes after receiving the call for service and found the business heavily damaged by the two stolen excavators that remained at the scene. An ATM was extracted from inside the bank and was loaded into the stolen pickup truck which had departed the scene prior to police arrival.

Police believe multiple individuals are involved in this crime.

At approximately 6:45 a.m. this morning, police received information that the stolen truck departed Brigus Junction, entered onto the Trans-Canada Highway and exited the TCH at Middle Gull Pond. Following this information, the stolen pickup truck was located abandoned in a gravel pit off the Trans-Canada Highway near Middle Gull Pond and was recovered by Holyrood RCMP. Police believe suspects transported the ATM from the stolen pickup truck into another vehicle.

Harbour Grace RCMP is asking business owners, residents and anyone who may have been in Carbonear during the time of these crimes to check for all available surveillance footage. Additionally, police ask anyone in the area of Brigus Junction check for available surveillance footage of the stolen pickup truck. Officers are also asking individuals in the area of Middle Gull Pond to check surveillance for the stolen pickup truck or any other vehicle traveling in that area during the early morning hours today. Anyone having information about these crimes is asked to contact Harbour Grace RCMP at 709-596-5014. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

The investigation is continuing.