Labrador City, NL – March 31, 2025 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has arrested two men in connection with a break-and-enter incident in Labrador City over the weekend.
On Saturday, March 29, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the RNC responded to a report of a break-in on Churchill Street. Upon arrival, officers determined that two individuals had fled the scene on foot while allegedly in possession of stolen property. A short time later, officers arrested two suspects in the area of Vanier Avenue.
Following an investigation, the RNC has laid multiple charges against the accused:
Matthew Dicker, 33, of Natuashish
Three counts of possession of property obtained by crime
Two counts of theft
Two counts of trespassing at night
Breach of probation order
Tyson Priddle, 23, of Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Three counts of possession of property obtained by crime
Two counts of theft
Trespassing at night
Breach of probation order
Both individuals have been held in custody and are scheduled to appear in Provincial Court.
The RNC is reminding the public to report any suspicious activity directly to police. If a crime is in progress, residents should call 911 immediately. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.nlcrimestoppers.com.