File: 24-5244
On Sunday, July 21, 2024, at approximately 8:34 p.m., the Saint John Police took a 41-year-old male into custody for weapons offenses.
It is reported that:
Patrol officers received information in relation to a possibly armed man, inside a vehicle, in the 100-block of Crown Street.
Police responded to the location and observed the man inside a vehicle. The 41-year-old man was taken into custody after he attempted to flee on foot.
The following items were located during the search of the individual and the vehicle he was in:
-Bullet proof vest
-Camouflage clothing
-Red and blue lights
-Ammunition
-Fake handgun
-Multiple knives
-Throwing star
The accused appeared in court on Monday, July 22, 2024, charged with possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of an imitation weapon, careless handling of ammunition, and resisting arrest. He was remanded in custody for a bail hearing that is scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 25, 2024.
The Saint John Police Force would like to thank the public for their assistance.
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