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Charged With Domestic Assault in the NWT? What Happens Next
A plain-language guide to domestic assault charges in the Northwest Territories: the law, no-contact conditions, court steps, possible penalties, defences and help for complainants.
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All our news, police appeals and guides for Northwest Territories, written from official police statements.
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Charged With Weapons Possession in the NWT? What Happens Next
Charged with a weapons offence in the Northwest Territories? Learn what sections 88 to 92 mean, how the court process works, possible penalties and where to get help.
AlertsDélı̨nę, NT
RCMP Alert: Drug Seizure and Youth Arrest in Délı̨nę, NWT
Délı̨nę RCMP seized cash, cannabis and suspected cocaine after a disturbance call on July 13, 2026. A 17-year-old Ontario youth faces multiple charges.
AlertsYellowknife, NT
Motorcycle Collision on Ingraham Trail Sends Rider to Hospital
Yellowknife RCMP responded to a serious single-motorcycle collision on Highway 4 (Ingraham Trail) between km 14–15 on July 13, 2026. Rider medevac’d for treatment.
AlertsWhatì, NT
RCMP Drug Search Warrant Executed in Whatì, NWT Home
Whatì RCMP executed a CDSA search warrant at a residence on July 11, seizing suspected drugs and trafficking evidence. Investigation remains ongoing.
AlertsFort Smith, NT
Community Alert: Suspicious Fire at Aurora College Housing in Fort Smith
Fort Smith RCMP are investigating a suspicious fire at an Aurora College housing unit on Field Street. No injuries. Police seek witnesses and CCTV.
AlertsYellowknife, NTArrested
Community Safety Alert: High‑Risk Arrest on Williams Avenue in Yellowknife
Yellowknife RCMP arrested 26-year-old Elias Schiller on Williams Avenue after a high-risk operation linked to drug and assault charges. No injuries reported.
AlertsFort Simpson, NT
Three Dead After Small Plane Crash Near Fort Simpson, NWT, RCMP Say
RCMP say three people died when a fixed-wing Turbo Commander aircraft went down about 50 kilometres from Fort Simpson, N.W.T., on the evening of June 24, 2026.
AlertsFort Simpson, NT
RCMP Alert: Wildfire Support Plane Crash Near Fort Simpson, NWT
RCMP in Fort Simpson are investigating a June 24, 2026 crash of a wildfire support aircraft with three people on board, about 50 km from the community.
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RCMP Operation on 57th Street in NWT Safely Concludes
RCMP confirm a police operation on 57th Street in the Northwest Territories has ended safely, with multiple people taken into custody and officers remaining on scene.
AlertsYellowknife, NT
Yellowknife RCMP seize 23 firearms in Hordal Road investigation
Yellowknife RCMP seized 23 firearms and arrested 10 people during a Hordal Road search tied to a drug-trafficking investigation. One man faces firearms charges.
AlertsNorman Wells, NT
Community Tip Leads to Weapon and Cash Seizure in Norman Wells
Norman Wells RCMP arrest two men after public tip; seize machete and over $5,000 in cash linked to suspected drug activity between Fort Good Hope and Norman Wells.
AlertsYellowknife, NTLocated
Yellowknife RCMP Report Death of Previously Missing Man
Yellowknife RCMP confirm that missing person Johnny Jr. Ningeongan was found deceased on June 2, 2026. Coroner’s investigation and autopsy are underway.
AlertsYellowknife, NT
Police Operation Underway on 57th Street in Yellowknife
RCMP are conducting a planned police operation on 57th Street in Yellowknife. Public asked to avoid the area and expect restricted access and heavy police presence.
AlertsBehchokǫ̀, NT
Woman charged after 3 kg of suspected cocaine seized near Behchokǫ̀, NWT
A 32-year-old Alberta woman is charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking after RCMP seized about 3 kg of suspected cocaine on Highway 3 near North Arm Park.
AlertsYellowknife, NT
RCMP Race-Based Data Collection Expanded to Yellowknife
RCMP expands its Race-Based Data Collection Initiative to Yellowknife, NWT, aiming to better track policing outcomes and address systemic racism.
AlertsYellowknife, NT
Yellowknife RCMP Launch Bait Bike Program to Target Thieves
Yellowknife RCMP launch a bait bike program and issue detailed prevention tips after more than 100 bicycles were reported stolen in 2024–2025.
AlertsYellowknife, NT
Police Operation on 57th Street in Yellowknife Ends Safely
RCMP confirm police operations on 57th Street in Yellowknife have concluded safely, with several people in custody and an ongoing on‑scene investigation.