RCMP Alert: Break, Enter and Theft Investigation in St. Stephen

Community Safety Overview

A 42-year-old woman from St. Stephen, New Brunswick has been charged following a reported break, enter and theft involving a cargo trailer in the community. The incident, which occurred on Milltown Boulevard, is the focus of an active investigation by the St. Stephen RCMP.

Police responded to the report on the afternoon of June 17, 2026, and later carried out a search at a home on Mosher Road in Mohannes as part of their investigation. A range of property, including power tools and ammunition, was seized. The accused has been released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in court later this year, while officers continue to seek additional information from the public.

Official RCMP Details

According to the official information from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the incident and subsequent enforcement steps unfolded as follows:

• On June 17, 2026, at approximately 4:30 p.m., members of the St. Stephen RCMP detachment received a report of a break, enter and theft from a cargo trailer on Milltown Boulevard in St. Stephen, N.B..
• Several items were reported stolen from the trailer, including power tools.
• On June 22, 2026, police executed a search warrant at a residence on Mosher Road in Mohannes, N.B. as part of the ongoing investigation.
• During the search, officers seized:
  • Power tools
  • Ammunition
  • Firearm magazines
• A 42-year-old woman from St. Stephen was arrested at the scene.
• She was later released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in court on October 21. (The specific court location and exact charges were not detailed in the RCMP summary.)

Request for Public Assistance

This remains an active RCMP investigation. Officers are asking the public for any information that could assist in clarifying the circumstances of the break, enter and theft, or help locate any additional stolen property that may not yet have been recovered.

If you have any information related to this incident in St. Stephen:

• Contact the St. Stephen RCMP detachment directly at 506-466-7030.
• To provide information anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers:
  • Phone: 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
  • Via the secure P3 Mobile App
  • Through secure web tips at www.crimenb.ca

Even small observations or details about suspicious activity near Milltown Boulevard around June 17, or the residence on Mosher Road in Mohannes, could help investigators consolidate the timeline of events and ensure that all stolen items are accounted for.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, incidents involving break, enter and theft are a key indicator of local property crime risk. Targeted thefts from trailers and work sites can significantly affect residents, small businesses, and tradespeople, especially when essential tools and equipment are taken. While this specific case is based in New Brunswick, similar property crime patterns appear in communities across Canada, from small communities in New Brunswick to areas like New Credit (Part) 40A in Ontario, where close community attention to suspicious activity also plays an important role in prevention.

To reduce the risk of theft, CrimeCanada.ca encourages residents and business owners in St. Stephen and across New Brunswick to secure trailers and storage units with high-quality locks, keep a detailed inventory (including serial numbers and photos) of power tools and equipment, and install lighting or cameras where feasible. Promptly reporting suspicious behaviour or attempted thefts to the RCMP can help disrupt repeat offences and support broader community safety. Our mission is to help Canadians understand local crime patterns, compare them with other regions such as Kettle Point 44 in Ontario, and take practical steps to protect themselves and their neighbours.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the new-brunswick community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.