Saint John Police & Fire News

Urgent Search Underway for Missing 18 Year Old Kayla McAlary in Saint John
November 2, 2026
Police Need Your Help The Saint John Police Force needs your help locating missing 18 year old Kayla McAlary. Officers investigated several leads but have not found her yet. They are concerned for her safety. Where She Was Last Seen People last saw Kayla near Peel Plaza in Saint John at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday […]

Lieutenant Jeff Kearney Retires from Saint John Fire Department After 33 Years
October 30, 2026
You will no longer see Lieutenant Jeff Kearney on active duty. Saint John bids farewell to a dedicated first responder as Kearney retires from the Saint John Fire Department after dedicating 33 years to the community. A Career of Dedication Kearney began his career on October 24, 1993. Over three decades, he responded to countless […]

Saint John Police Arrest Six in East Side Retail Theft Crackdown
October 28, 2026
A recent coordinated effort by local law enforcement and businesses aims to curb property crime in the city. The Saint John Police Force Quick Reaction Team partnered with loss prevention officers from various businesses on the east side of Saint John to conduct a retail theft enforcement initiative over two days. Here is what we […]

Saint John Police Share Essential Safety Tips for Halloween 2026
October 27, 2026
Saint John Prepares for a Safe Halloween Halloween is almost here. The Saint John Police Force wants to ensure a fun and secure night for everyone. Officers plan to patrol neighborhoods across the city to protect trick or treaters. Essential Safety Guidelines The department released a public safety announcement outlining clear rules for families heading […]

Saint John Police Launch Behind the Scenes Community Series
October 23, 2026
The Saint John Police Force is opening its doors to the community with a new four part informational series. Titled Getting to Know Your Force, the initiative gives you a clear look at the people and divisions keeping the city safe. Public safety requires more than responding to emergency calls. According to the Saint John […]

Saint John Firefighters Back the New Senior A Flames Hockey Team
October 17, 2026
The Saint John Firefighters are officially sponsoring the Saint John Senior A Flames for their inaugural season in the Beauséjour Senior Hockey League. The local firefighters union announced the partnership to show their support for local sports and the Saint John community. This collaboration brings together first responders and athletes as the Flames hit the […]

Police Seek Witnesses After Woman Injured in Cliff Street Assault
October 16, 2026
Saint John police need your help to locate a suspect involved in an aggravated assault on Cliff Street. The attack left a 39 year old woman injured and required hospital treatment. What Happened on Cliff Street Officers responded to an emergency call on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9:43 p.m. They arrived at the scene […]

Why Human Traffickers Are Targeting Youth in New Brunswick Group Homes
October 14, 2026
Predators wait just down the street from group homes in New Brunswick. They know the schedules of the youth living inside and use this information to exploit them. According to a recent investigative report by CBC News, human traffickers actively target vulnerable young people in provincial care. Support workers and police confirm this is a […]

Saint John Police Officers Drop Court Case Against Former Chief Robert Bruce
October 13, 2026
According to CBC News, eight Saint John police officers dropped their request for a court review regarding dismissed conduct complaints against former Chief Robert Bruce. The legal challenge ended because Bruce retired in July, three years before his contract expired. You likely remember this case generating significant public interest last fall when the officers first […]

Saint John Police Ground 19 Taxis and Tour Buses in Safety Inspection Blitz
October 9, 2026
A recent roadside inspection blitz in Saint John took several taxis and tour buses off the road due to safety concerns. On October 7, 2026, the Saint John Police Force teamed up with the New Brunswick Department of Justice and Public Safety to check the inspection status and tire conditions of commercial passenger vehicles. The […]
