St. John’s Police Urge Residents to Lock Doors and Shelter in Place
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) in St. John’s recently lifted a shelter-in-place order issued for the Kenmount Terrace area. The public was advised to stay indoors while police responded to an active situation. Authorities urged residents to lock their doors and windows during this period.
Police Response and Arrests in St. John’s
On Friday afternoon, the RNC announced an increased police presence in specific local streets. Residents in Ann Harvey Place, Sir Wilfred Grenfell Street, Cape Norman Street, Orlando Place, and Henry Larsen Street were specifically advised to remain indoors.
As of 6:13 p.m., the RNC confirmed that the shelter-in-place order was officially lifted. Police reported the arrest of three individuals—two men and one woman—without incident. The arrests were seen as necessary for ensuring community safety.
Public Cooperation
The RNC expressed gratitude to the public for their cooperation during the police activity. They indicated that more information would be made available as the situation developed.
- Incident Time: Friday afternoon
- Location: Kenmount Terrace area, St. John’s
- Arrests: Two men and one woman taken into custody
- Advice to Residents: Keep doors and windows locked
- Police Presence: Increased in the area during the incident
The swift response and community cooperation underline the importance of public safety measures in emergency situations.
