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Man arrested after break‑in at Maces Bay home

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A break‑in at a home in Maces Bay has led to the arrest of a 36‑year‑old man from Public Landing.

The RCMP responded to a call to a residence on County Line Road around 7:45 p.m. on January 23.

Officers arrived to find the front door forced open and several items missing, including jewelry.

Mounties later learned of a suspicious vehicle parked nearby.

Police said officers went to the area and arrested the man after what they described as a short altercation.

Some of the stolen items were recovered, according to police.

The man was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court in May.

A woman who was also arrested at the scene was released without conditions.

Anyone with information that could help the investigation is asked to contact the St. George RCMP at 506‑755‑1130.

Anonymous tips can be shared through Crime Stoppers or through the P3 Mobile App.

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Provincial Police charge 2 in Fort Frances break-in

Provincial Police have laid charges in connection with a break-in in Fort Frances.

OPP say officers responded last week to reports of the break-in at a business in the 400 block of Scott Street.

Two men, a 40-year-old from Fort Frances and a 30-year-old from Emo, were arrested.

Police say members of their Emergency Response Team (ERT) and a canine unit assisted in the investigation.

The 40-year-old has been charged with break and enter, mischief and trafficking property obtained by crime.

The 30-year-old faces charges of possession of property obtained by crime and two drug-related offences.

Both were scheduled to make court appearances on Monday.

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Saint John Police look for suspect vehicle in break-in

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Saint John Police are seeking public assistance to identify a vehicle and individuals involved in a break, enter and theft in the Drury Cove subdivision.

According to a press release, police received a report of a residential break-in on Nov. 28 between 4:40 and 5:40 p.m.

The suspect vehicle, believed to be a white, luxury-style SUV, apparently circled the area for about 30 minutes before dropping off two individuals near a property in the neighbourhood.

Police said the suspects forcibly gained entry to the residence by breaking a window.

The suspects spoke a language other than English or French.

At this time, police believe jewelry was the only item targeted.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saint John Police Force at 506-648-3333, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.