File: 26-2360210
The Saint John Police Force has arrested a 66-year-old man for firearm offences in the area of Michael Crescent in Saint John.
It is reported that:
On August 24, 2026, at approximately 6:25 p.m., police responded to the area of Michael Crescent for a male going into a residential wooded area with a long gun and firing off shots.
Police arrived on scene and located a 66-year-old male suspect who matched the provided description inside a shed and arrested him without incident. A firearm and ammunition were also located inside the shed and seized by police.
The accused was held in custody and appeared in provincial court in the afternoon of August 25, 2026, for unauthorized possession of a firearm, careless use of a firearm, and unsafe storage. He was released and is scheduled to return to court on September 22, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. for election.
Anyone who has information or video footage of the incident 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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