Saint John Police News

26 Arrests Made in Waterloo Village During 'Operation Safe Streets'

October 3, 2025

Police Initiative Leads to Dozens of Arrests, Increased Safety Presence The Saint John Police have made 26 arrests in the Waterloo Village area following a focused week-long initiative called ‘Operation Safe Streets.’ The operation, which ran from September 22 to 28, aimed to proactively disrupt criminal activity and restore a sense of security for residents […]

Urgent Search for Missing Saint John Teen Bryanna Sabattis-Cameron

October 3, 2025

The Saint John community is on alert as police ask for your help in locating a missing 15-year-old girl. Bryanna Sabattis-Cameron was last seen on the evening of September 28, 2025, and her family and police are concerned for her well-being. According to a media release from the Saint John Police, Bryanna was last spotted […]

Zero Tolerance: Saint John Police Crack Down on Bear Spray Misuse

October 2, 2025

Police Issue Public Safety Alert Amidst Rise in Attacks The Saint John Police are taking a firm stance against the rising misuse of bear spray, issuing a public safety alert after a recent spike in reported incidents. This powerful chemical irritant, designed for deterring wildlife, is increasingly being used as a weapon in human altercations, […]

Saint John Police Quick Reaction Team Reports Over 100 Arrests in Six Months

September 26, 2025

The Saint John Police Force’s Community Engagement Quick Reaction Team (QRT) is making a significant impact on city streets, according to a new progress report. The specialized four-member unit has been highly active, particularly in the uptown business district and Waterloo Village. In a media release published on their website, the Saint John Police shared […]

Saint John Police Arrest Two in Early Morning South End Break-In

September 24, 2025

Men Found Inside Harding Street Construction Site Saint John Police arrested two men early Monday morning in connection with a break and enter at a south end construction site. Officers responded to a call around 4:20 a.m. on Monday, September 22, 2025, about a possible break-in at the 19-block of Harding Street. According to a […]

New Brunswick Police Chiefs Urge Public to Remember Fallen Officers

September 23, 2025

A Call for Remembrance The New Brunswick Association of Chiefs of Police is asking everyone to take a moment on Sunday, September 28, 2025, to honour the memory of police and peace officers who died in the line of duty. This call to remembrance comes ahead of the 48th annual Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ […]

Six Youths Arrested in Saint John Following Viral Assault Video and Other Violent Crimes

September 23, 2025

The Saint John Police Major Crime Unit has arrested six youths, ranging in age from 14 to 18, in a focused investigation into several recent violent crimes shaking the community. The arrests are linked to multiple incidents, including a disturbing assault on Prince William Street that was captured on video and widely shared on social […]

Woman Charged with Assaulting Peace Officer After Saint John Police Officer Stabbed

September 17, 2025

Suspect in Custody Following Incident at Galbraith Place Business A 30-year-old woman is facing multiple charges, including assaulting a peace officer, after a Saint John Police officer was stabbed Monday evening. The incident occurred while officers were responding to a disturbance call in the Galbraith Place area. According to a media release from the Saint […]

Saint John Police Launch Youth Council, Seeking Young Leaders to Advise the Chief

September 16, 2025

The Saint John Police are calling on young leaders to step forward and play a direct role in shaping the future of policing in the city. A new initiative, the Chief’s Youth Leadership Advisory Committee, is now seeking applications from residents aged 16 to 22. This committee aims to bridge the gap between law enforcement […]