RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador

It’s official Canada: Spring is here! It’s also a good reminder to update your home and vehicle emergency kits. Swap out old batteries, replace expired food and water bottles, update any prescription medication, and review your emergency plan. canada.ca/en/services/po…

Clarenville RCMP charges wanted man with resisting arrest, breach of conditions - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

Twillingate RCMP investigating fatal crash near Purcell’s Harbour - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

UPDATE (March 19, 2026): Clarenville RCMP advises that Darrin Hobbs has been arrested - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

After two months of the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program for individuals, more than 47,000 prohibited firearms have been declared across Canada. Deadline to submit your declaration is March 31. See the provincial and territorial breakdown here: canada.ca/en/public-safe…

Bay St. George RCMP officers enjoyed a cold plunge for a great cause last weekend in Stephenville. The Brrr Plunge, organized by the Stephenville Minor Hockey Association, raised a total of $5,050 in support of the Bay St. George Sick Children’s Foundation. Thanks to the SMHA and our community for your generous support!

UPDATE (March 19, 2026, 3:05 p.m.): Route 340 near Purcell’s Harbour has partially re-opened to one lane of alternating traffic. Police continue to ask motorists to drive with caution. Please slow down and obey all instructions from first responders. RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador thanks all drivers for their patience and cooperation. #nltraffic

Deer Lake RCMP and Traffic Services West conduct checkstop for National Impaired Driving Prevention Week - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

RCMP Traffic Services Central seizes vehicle from suspended driver - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP seizes ATV from unlicenced operator - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

Yesterday, a future four-legged officer paid a special visit to Queen of Peace Middle School. 🐾🐕 Future Police Service Dog Aska and handler Cpl. Dan Rouleau joined Cpl. Karl MacIsaac to meet students and staff and provide a behind-the-scenes at what it truly entails to become a police dog! From obedience skills to early training exercises, it was a great opportunity to connect, ask questions and learn how these incredible canine teams train and help keep our communities safe. Thanks for the warm welcome! 💙

📢 TRAFFIC ADVISORY - Twillingate RCMP advises that Route 340 near Purcell’s Harbour is closed to travel in both directions due to a motor vehicle collision. Motorists travelling through the area should expect delays. A detour is being established through the community of Bayview. Please drive with added caution and patience. Slow down and obey all instructions from first responders. A reminder that the Move Over Law requires that you slow down for emergency vehicles. #nltraffic

Gander RCMP tickets driver for expired registration and window tint - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

Clarenville RCMP tickets unregistered driver - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

St. Anthony RCMP stops and arrests impaired snowmobiler - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

Front counter service at the Roddickton RCMP Detachment will be unavailable Wednesday, March 18. If you require police assistance, please call the detachment at 709-457-2468. Front counter service is expected to resume on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

Springdale RCMP will be freezin’ for a reason at the 2nd Annual Little Bay Polar Plunge on Sunday, April 19 at 10:00 a.m. Are you willing to brave the bay? Join us and support the Little Bay Heritage Society. Email littlebayheritagesociety@gmail.com to register or donate today!

Happy Valley-Goose Bay RCMP seeking information from public regarding break, enter and theft - rcmp.ca/en/nl/news/202…

UPDATE (March 17, 12:20 pm): The Trans-Canada Highway has fully reopened between Red Rocks and St. Andrew’s. Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP thanks all drivers for your patience and cooperation.