RCMP Alert: Guilty Plea Entered in Pointe-Sapin First-Degree Murder Case
Community Safety Alert Overview
A man from Pointe-Sapin, New Brunswick, has now pled guilty to first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in April 2024. On March 25, 2026, Alphonse Daigle appeared before the Court of King’s Bench in Moncton and admitted guilt to one count of first-degree murder in the death of André Després.
The homicide took place on April 13, 2024, at a residence on Route 117 in Pointe-Sapin. When officers from the Richibucto RCMP arrived, a 52-year-old man was found deceased from what was reported as a shooting. The accused, a 70-year-old man from the same community, was quickly arrested that day and has remained in custody since. He is scheduled to return to court on May 20, 2026, for sentencing.
Official RCMP Incident Details
According to the official release from the New Brunswick RCMP, the incident and subsequent court proceedings unfolded as follows:
- On April 13, 2024, at approximately 2:04 p.m., members of the Richibucto RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a residence on Route 117 in Pointe-Sapin, N.B.
- Upon arrival, officers discovered a 52-year-old man deceased at the scene. No other individuals were physically injured during the incident.
- A suspect, a 70-year-old man from Pointe-Sapin, was located shortly afterward with assistance from a Parks Canada Peace Officer and was arrested for murder.
- On April 14, 2024, the accused, identified as Alphonse Daigle (70), appeared in Moncton Provincial Court by tele-remand and was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the homicide of André Després.
- He was remanded into custody and initially scheduled to return to court on April 16, 2024.
- On March 25, 2026, Daigle appeared before the Court of King’s Bench in Moncton and entered a guilty plea to one count of first-degree murder related to the April 13, 2024 homicide.
- He remains in custody and is now scheduled to return to court on May 20, 2026, for sentencing.
- The New Brunswick RCMP Major Crime Unit has led this file as a homicide investigation.
During the early stages of the investigation, police requested assistance from the public for any information or recordings that might help clarify the circumstances of the shooting. Those information channels remain critical in many serious violent crime cases across Canada, similar to how ongoing crime trends are monitored and analyzed through resources like provincial crime statistics dashboards in other regions.
How the Community Can Assist in Serious Crime Investigations
In this case, the RCMP indicated that individuals who witnessed the incident, captured video, or had any relevant information were asked to contact:
- New Brunswick RCMP Major Crime Unit: 1-888-506-RCMP (7267)
- Crime Stoppers (anonymous tips): 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
- Online and app-based tips: via the secure P3 Mobile App or www.crimenb.ca
While this particular homicide has progressed to a guilty plea, the RCMP’s appeal for information at the time reflects how crucial public cooperation is to resolving serious offences. Community members in small and rural areas—such as Pointe-Sapin in New Brunswick or remote communities tracked through tools like the Garden Hill First Nation crime and safety profile—play an essential role in reporting what they see and hear to support timely investigations.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, a first-degree murder case in a smaller community like Pointe-Sapin is deeply concerning, even when it involves individuals known to one another and is not a broader public attack. Firearms-related homicides can have long-lasting emotional, social, and economic impacts on residents, and they underscore the importance of early reporting of threats, escalating disputes, or unsafe weapons use. We encourage New Brunswick residents to remain vigilant, seek help when they observe dangerous behaviour, and use anonymous reporting options if they are uncomfortable coming forward directly. Our mission is to support safer communities across Canada by amplifying verified police alerts, connecting them to wider safety data, and encouraging residents to work together with law enforcement to prevent future violence.
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.