Police Apprehend Two Women After Vehicle Chase in St. John’s

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary have charged two women after a vehicle pursuit and a brief foot chase in St. John’s

At around 11:07 p.m. on October 27, 2025 while on regular patrol officers with the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary’s Operational Patrol Services observed a reported stolen vehicle being operated in the city center.

Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop with the vehicle however, it fled. Officers pursued the vehicle, which stopped in the downtown area and the two occupants attempted to flee on foot.

A foot pursuit ensued and the subjects were caught by police within seconds. The driver of the vehicle knocked over a stop sign and left the car in drive when exiting. The car proceed to roll into a parked car, causing minor damage.

The 36 year old female driver was charged with flight from police, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, possessing property obtained by crime, failure to stop at the scene of an accident, resisting arrest and court order breaches. She also had a warrant out for her arrest. She was held to appear in court in the morning. The 33 year old female passenger also had a warrant out for her arrest. She was also conveyed to the lock-up to appear in court in the morning.