Man arrested after carrying loaded weapon on George Street

The RNC responded to a firearms offence on George Street at approximately 1:20 a.m. on Tuesday.

Responding officers determined that an altercation had occurred when a male presented a firearm before being restrained by private security. RNC officers arrested the male at the scene and seized the firearm in his possession.

As a result, 21-year-old Dylan Callendar of St. John’s was charged with Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Carrying a concealed weapon, Careless use of a firearm

Possession of a firearm with knowledge it is unauthorized, Unauthorized possession of a firearm, and Possession of a firearm with ammunition

The accused was held in custody and appeared in Provincial Court yesterday.