RCMP Daily Incident Summary Across New Brunswick

Between 6 a.m. on May 24 and 6 a.m. on May 25, 2026, the RCMP in New Brunswick responded to a total of 296 calls for service across the province. Incidents ranged from assaults and sexual assaults to break and enters, sudden deaths, missing person investigations, and firearm-related offences. Calls were categorized into four priority levels, including 13 Priority 1 events, 111 Priority 2, 138 Priority 3, and 34 Priority 4 calls.

The incidents occurred across the Northeast, Southeast, West, and Codiac regions, with several files identified by police as operational matters of note. While some investigations remain active, a number of individuals have been arrested or safely located, and multiple sudden deaths have been assessed with no criminality suspected at this time.

Official RCMP Details: Files of Note

The following summaries reflect key operational files as reported by the New Brunswick RCMP for the 24-hour period.

Northeast Region

• Campbellton: Reported assault. One individual was arrested in connection with the incident.
• Neguac: Reported sexual assault. The matter remains under active investigation.
• Saint-Quentin: Combined file involving sexual assault and assault. One individual was arrested and later released on conditions, with a future court appearance scheduled.
• Sunny Corner: Sudden death reported. Police indicate that no criminal involvement is suspected at this time.

Southeast Region

• Caledonia Region: Break and enter into a residence associated with a firearm offence. The investigation is ongoing, and Forensic Identification Services attended the scene.
• Caledonia Region: Separate break and enter into a business with associated theft. This file remains under investigation.
• Hampton: Call regarding an individual in mental distress. The person was transported to hospital for care.
• Hampton: Missing person report. The individual was later located safe.
• Richibucto: Theft of a vehicle. Investigation is ongoing.
• Richibucto: Separate missing person file. The person was found safe.
• Sackville: Reported theft. Investigation continues.
• Shediac: Sudden death reported. Police currently report no indications of criminality.
• Sussex: Reported theft. Investigation is ongoing.
• Sussex: Single-vehicle collision reported. Two individuals were transported to hospital as a result of the crash.

West Region

• Clair: Sudden death under review. Police report no suspected criminal involvement.
• Nackawic: Active missing person investigation. At this time, no additional details have been released in this summary.
• Oromocto: Break and enter into a business with associated theft. The investigation is ongoing in the Oromocto area, where long-term trends can be compared using resources such as the Oromocto crime statistics and safety data.
• Oromocto: Separate report of an assault. This matter remains under investigation.
• Perth-Andover: Police responded to drug-related offences and a breach of conditions. Two individuals were arrested; one was later released with a pending court date.
• St. Stephen: Call involving an individual in mental distress. The person was transported to hospital.
• Western Valley Region: Incident involving threats and a firearm-related offence. One individual was arrested.

Codiac Region (Moncton Area)

• Moncton: Missing person case. The investigation is currently ongoing.
• Moncton: Reported sexual assault. Police continue to investigate.
• Moncton: Additional missing person file, with the investigation still underway.

In several of these files, including the active missing person and ongoing sexual assault investigations, the RCMP has not, in this specific summary, requested direct public assistance or provided contact lines or suspect descriptions. Residents are encouraged to contact their local RCMP detachment or Crime Stoppers if they have information related to any of the incidents that may not have been fully detailed here.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this daily occurrence report underscores the wide range of calls that police in New Brunswick must handle within a single day—from serious offences such as sexual assault, threats, and firearms-related incidents to public safety and wellness calls involving mental health crises and missing persons. Tracking these patterns over time helps communities gauge local risk levels, compare them with historical crime statistics, and adopt appropriate prevention strategies.

Residents can support safer neighbourhoods by promptly reporting suspicious activity, securing homes and businesses against break and enters, and checking in on vulnerable neighbours, especially those experiencing mental distress or living in isolation. In cases of suspected violence or sexual assault, seeking help early—from police, medical professionals, or community support services—can be critical. As we aggregate and analyze this type of official data, our mission is to provide clear, accessible safety information so New Brunswickers can make informed decisions about their daily routines and community involvement.

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.