RCMP Daily Occurrence Report: Key Incidents Across New Brunswick
Between 6 a.m. on April 12 and 6 a.m. on April 13, 2026, the New Brunswick RCMP responded to a total of 240 calls for service across the province. These calls were classified as 9 Priority 1, 117 Priority 2, 81 Priority 3, and 33 Priority 4 events, reflecting a wide range of urgent and non-urgent policing needs over the 24-hour period.
The RCMP has highlighted several operational files of note in the Northeast, Southeast, West, and Codiac regions. These include threats investigations, impaired driving, thefts, break and enters, sudden deaths where no criminality is suspected, individuals in mental distress, and ongoing missing person files. While some matters have resulted in arrests or licence suspensions, many investigations remain active.
Official RCMP Details (April 12–13, 2026)
The following incidents were identified by the RCMP as notable files within the reporting period. Locations refer to the RCMP detachment responsible for the area.
Northeast Region
- Sunny Corner: Threats reported. The RCMP confirms the investigation is ongoing.
Southeast Region
- Caledonia Region: Single-vehicle collision involving an impaired driver. A 90-day driver’s licence suspension was issued and the vehicle was impounded.
- Caledonia Region: Reported theft. The file remains under investigation.
- Caledonia Region: Break and enter into a business with items reported stolen. Investigation is ongoing.
- Grand Bay-Westfield: Impaired driver incident. A 7-day driver’s licence suspension was issued and the vehicle was impounded.
- Hampton: Breach of conditions. One individual was arrested and later released pending further court-related processes as determined by the RCMP and courts.
- Richibucto: Missing person report. The RCMP investigation is ongoing.
- Richibucto: Vehicle theft reported. The matter is under active investigation.
- Sackville: Sudden death. RCMP indicate that no criminality is suspected in this case.
- Sackville: Assault and mischief reported. Investigation continues.
- Shediac: Individual experiencing mental distress. The person was transported to hospital for care.
West Region
- Keswick: Threats investigation. An individual was arrested and later released pending a future court appearance.
- Perth-Andover: Individual in mental distress. The person was taken to hospital. (Incident 1)
- Perth-Andover: Separate file involving another individual in mental distress. The person was transported to hospital. (Incident 2)
- St. George: Individual in mental distress. The person was transported to hospital for assessment and support.
Codiac Region
- Moncton: Sudden death reported. The RCMP notes that no criminality is suspected.
- Moncton: Missing person investigation. Police are continuing their efforts to locate the individual.
- Moncton: Break and enter at a business with theft reported. The investigation is ongoing.
Community Assistance for Missing Person Files
The RCMP has identified active missing person investigations in Richibucto and Moncton. While this summary does not include specific descriptions, photos, or contact numbers, members of the public are strongly encouraged to visit the official RCMP website or contact their local RCMP detachment if they have any information that could assist on these files. Timely tips from the community are often critical in safely locating missing individuals.
Residents who notice unusual activity, abandoned vehicles, or individuals who may match descriptions found in official RCMP postings should report what they see to police through non-emergency lines or, in urgent situations, by calling 911. Anonymous information can typically be shared through Crime Stoppers where available in New Brunswick.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this daily occurrence report shows the wide range of public safety challenges facing New Brunswick communities—from impaired driving and property crime to mental health‑related calls and missing persons. Even regions that may feel relatively quiet or rural can experience complex incidents similar to those captured in crime statistics for smaller jurisdictions across Canada, such as those featured in our profiles of communities like Dawn-Euphemia, Ontario crime and safety trends.
To help keep communities safe, we encourage residents to: plan safe rides and never drive impaired; secure homes, vehicles, and businesses against theft or break and enter; check in regularly with neighbours, friends, and family who may be vulnerable or experiencing mental distress; and promptly report suspicious activity, threats, or concerns to the RCMP. By staying informed and engaged, New Brunswickers play a direct role in reducing harm and increasing safety, just as people do in other monitored areas across the country like Division No. 6, Subd. A in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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.