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Distracted driving campaign nets 34 violations

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Thirty-four drivers were ticketed during a distracted driving campaign in Saint John.

Police said the campaign ran from November 24 to 27 and focused on enforcing traffic laws and educating motorists about the dangers of distraction.

The Saint John Police Force said one suspended driver was given a court date and one vehicle was towed.

Transport Canada defines distracted driving as any time a driver’s attention is taken away from the road, such as texting, talking on the phone, eating, or using navigation systems.

The agency warns that even a brief distraction can impair performance and increase the risk of a collision.

Police said they will continue targeted traffic enforcement across the city.

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SiRT investigating Saint John officer after July arrest

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The Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) is investigating the conduct of a Saint John police officer.

SiRT said the incident happened on July 5, when officers tried to stop a man who had fled the scene of a crash, was driving dangerously, and nearly struck an officer who was outside their vehicle.

Police said the man’s vehicle became disabled on Main Street North in Saint John, where multiple officers arrested him.

The man suffered serious injuries to his eye and ribs, according to SiRT.

The Saint John Police Force and New Brunswick Public Prosecution Services referred the matter to SiRT because of concerns about the use of force and the actions of one officer.

SiRT said it has taken preliminary steps and has now assumed responsibility for the investigation due to the seriousness of the injuries.

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Saint John police officer facing criminal charge

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An 18-year veteran of the Saint John Police Force is facing a criminal charge after an investigation.

According to a release, the investigation was conducted by the Kennebecasis Regional Police Force after a public complaint.

The detective constable has been charged with breach of public trust under the Criminal Code.

The release said the officer is scheduled to appear in provincial court Dec. 2.

The officer has been suspended with pay pending the criminal proceedings.

An investigation under the New Brunswick Police Act will follow.

The release said the investigation did not meet the mandate of the Serious Incident Response Team.

SiRT is responsible for investigating all matters that involve death, serious injury, sexual assault and intimate partner violence or other matters of a public interest to be investigated that may have arisen from the actions of any police officer, on or off duty, in Nova Scotia or New Brunswick.

Saint John police Chief Robert Bruce said the public’s trust and confidence are paramount to the force.

“We will continue to hold our members to the highest standard of accountability while being transparent,” Bruce said in a release.

Bruce said there would be no further comment while the matter is in front of the courts.

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Woman dies after collision involving bus

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A 43‑year‑old woman has died after being struck by a bus on a section of Loch Lomond Road in Saint John.

Saint John police say the incident occurred early Thursday morning near the intersection of McDonald Street and Loch Lomond Road.

Emergency crews were called at approximately 6:09 a.m., and the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

A section of Loch Lomond Road between McDonald Street and Courtenay Avenue remains closed while officers continue their work.

Police said they have notified the next of kin.

The City of Saint John confirmed the vehicle involved was a Saint John Transit bus.

“Our thoughts are with the individual’s family and loved ones during this very difficult time. Incidents like this are difficult for our entire community,” the city said in a statement.

Investigators are asking witnesses or anyone with dash‑cam or video footage from the area to contact the Saint John Police Force at 506‑648‑3333.

Anonymous tips can be provided through Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑8477.

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Third man charged in October murder

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A third person has been charged in the murder of a man in Saint John’s north end last month.

As a result of an ongoing investigation by Saint John Police, the man will face charges of first-degree murder and possession of a firearm while prohibited.

The man appeared in provincial court by videoconference Wednesday to face charges.

He’s scheduled to make his next court appearance on Dec. 1.

According to police, he’s a federal inmate who was unlawfully at large at the time of the murder.

Two other men have been charged in relation to the incident that occurred Oct. 20 in the area of Taylor Avenue.

They’re both facing charges of first-degree murder.