Man arrested following break and enter in St. John’s

A 69-year-old man is facing charges following a reported break and enter at a residence in central St. John’s on Thursday afternoon.

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary responded to a break-and-enter in progress at about 1:39 p.m. on October 1.

When officers arrived, they observed signs of forced entry. As police approached the front door, a man exited the residence.

The 69-year-old was arrested and taken to the St. John’s lockup.

He is charged with break and enter and property damage.