Saint John Police & Fire News

Saint John Police Investigate Vehicle Pelted With Pellets

May 5, 2026

Saint John police are investigating a dangerous attack in the Crescent Valley neighborhood. A local driver reports his moving vehicle took multiple hits from a pellet gun on Friday night. If you live in the area, you will want to stay alert. Pellets Shatter Vehicle Window Arthur Watson drove through Crescent Valley around 9 p.m. […]

Saint John Honours Local 771 on International Firefighters Day

May 4, 2026

Today marks International Firefighters Day. It is a time to recognize the men and women who keep our community safe. Here in Saint John, the members of Local 771 took a moment to reflect on their profession and their deep connection to the city. A Message of Gratitude The Saint John Firefighters Association shared a […]

Saint John Police IEU Arrests Man, Seizes Over $21K in Fentanyl and Cocaine

May 4, 2026

The Saint John Police Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU) has arrested a 35-year-old man in connection with a drug trafficking investigation, seizing drugs with an estimated street value of over $21,000. The arrest took place without incident on the afternoon of May 1, 2026, when officers stopped a vehicle. This action was part of […]

Saint John Traffic Stop Leads to Massive Contraband Cigarette Bust

May 4, 2026

Peace officers in Saint John seized 280,000 illegal cigarettes during a recent traffic stop. The Department of Justice and Public Safety announced the bust, which resulted in the arrest of two local residents. The Investigation and Arrests Officers intercepted a truck towing a cargo trailer on March 26. They searched the vehicle and found the […]

Saint John Police Issue Alert After Prowler Spotted Peeking in North End Windows

May 1, 2026

The Saint John Police are urging residents to be vigilant following several reports of a prowler in the city’s North End. The individual has been seen peeking into ground-level windows during the early morning hours. According to a public safety alert issued by the force, the incidents occurred in the areas of Newport Crescent, Davenport […]

Saint John Police Seek Public's Help to Find Missing Teen Isabella King, 14

April 29, 2026

The Saint John Police are asking for your help to locate a missing teenager. Isabella King, 14, has not been seen for several days, and both her family and the police are concerned for her safety. According to a media release from the Saint John Police Force, investigators have followed up on several leads but […]

Saint John Firefighters Honour Fallen Workers and Demand Safety Accountability

April 28, 2026

Tyler Embree, President of Local 771, took the stage at Lily Lake Pavilion this afternoon to mark the National Day of Mourning. He delivered a powerful message to the Saint John community about honouring lost workers and protecting those still on the job. Image sourced from the Saint John Firefighters Association Local 771 Facebook page. […]

Four Arrested in Saint John Drug Bust, Over $93K in Fentanyl Seized

April 28, 2026

The Saint John Police Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU) has taken a significant quantity of dangerous drugs off the streets following a recent investigation. Four individuals were arrested in connection with drug trafficking, leading to the seizure of narcotics valued at over $93,000. Details of the Arrests According to a media release from the […]

Musquash Fire Department Urges Caution After Fundy Shores Brush Fire

April 28, 2026

The Musquash Fire Department wants you to exercise extreme caution in the woods following a weekend brush fire off the Old Saint John Road in Fundy Shores. Crews responded to the fire Sunday afternoon and spent hours controlling the flames. According to CTV News Atlantic, the department received the call shortly after 4 p.m. About […]

Public Warning Issued as Manhunt for Joseph Blanchard, 42, Spans Canada

April 27, 2026

The Saint John Police have launched a nationwide search for a man wanted for breaching his statutory release after he failed to return to a local correctional facility. A Canada-wide warrant was issued for Joseph Blanchard, 42, on April 26, 2026. According to a media release from the Saint John Police, Blanchard did not return […]