St. John’s man, 61, arrested on multiple charges after reported threats

A 61-year-old man faces multiple charges following a reported incident at a residence in the west end of St. John’s.

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary responded to a report of threats in progress at approximately 6:53 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21.

Officers spoke with witnesses and the complainant before arresting the man following further investigation.

He is charged with uttering threats, property damage, assault, assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and two counts of breaching a release order.

The man was held for court Thursday morning.