RNC arrest man on weapons offence

On Tuesday evening, the RNC responded to a report of a weapons offence in the area of Bond Street in St. John's.

Officers determined that multiple individuals outside of a home may have been armed with firearms. The area was contained by responding officers that included the Tactics and Rescue Unit, Police Dog Services and Criminal Investigation Division.

At this time, there is no indication that a firearm was discharged or that any injuries occurred.

Around 9:30 a.m., one male was taken into custody nearby. Brian Tarrant, 43, was held in custody to appear in Provincial Court today. He is charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, carrying a concealed weapon, and failure to comply with a release order.

Early this morning, a search warrant was executed at a property on Gower Street.

The investigation into this matter is ongoing. Anyone with any video footage is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000.