Police Searching for Two Men After Mecklenburg Street Attack

The Saint John Police are asking for your help to identify two men involved in a violent home invasion in the city’s uptown area. The incident, which left a woman unconscious, is believed to have been a case of mistaken identity, according to a media release from the force.

The attack happened in the early hours of December 29, 2025. At around 4:38 a.m., officers responded to a 911 hang-up call from a residence in the 100-block of Mecklenburg Street. When they arrived, they found a female resident unconscious. She was taken to the hospital for treatment and has since been released.

Suspects at Large

Investigators later learned that two men had entered the home and assaulted the woman. Police do not believe the residence or the victim were the intended targets of the attack.

Police have released descriptions of the two suspects:

• Suspect 1: A white male in his late 30s, standing between 5’7” and 5’9” with a medium build. He has a reddish beard and moustache and was wearing dark clothing with a hood pulled up over a baseball cap.
• Suspect 2: A white male in his 20s with a short stature and a slight build. He was also wearing dark clothing.

How You Can Help

If you recognize these descriptions or have any information about the incident, you are urged to contact the Saint John Police at 506-648-3333. To provide information anonymously, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online through the N.B. Crime Stoppers website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened during the incident?

Two men entered a residence on Mecklenburg Street and assaulted a female occupant, leaving her unconscious. Police were alerted by a 911 hang-up call.

When and where did this happen?

The home invasion occurred at approximately 4:38 a.m. on December 29, 2025, in the 100-block of Mecklenburg Street in Saint John.

Do police know why this happened?

The Saint John Police believe that neither the home nor the female victim were the intended targets, suggesting the assault was a case of mistaken identity.

What should I do if I have information?

You should contact the Saint John Police directly at 506-648-3333 or provide an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).