File: 26-2200029
The Saint John Police have arrested a 46-year-old man for a break and enter that occurred at a restaurant on Rothesay Avenue.
It is reported that:
On August 8, 2026, shortly after 2:00 a.m., police were called to a break and enter in progress at a restaurant on Rothesay Avenue.
It was reported that the business alarm was activated, and a suspect was observed remotely on video surveillance inside the restaurant.
Police arrived on scene to locate the 46-year-old suspect inside the restaurant who attempted to flee from police. He failed to follow commands while armed with a weapon. As a result, a taser was successfully deployed and the suspect was arrested for break and enter as well as breach of a court order.
The accused remains in custody scheduled to appear in court on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Anyone who has information is asked to contact the Saint John Police Force at 506-648-3333. Anonymous tips can be given to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by submitting a secure web tip at Anonymous Tips – N.B. Crime Stoppers / Échec au crime N.-B. or by using the P3 Tips app.
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