RCMP Daily Report: Key Incidents Across New Brunswick (Apr 13–14)

Between 6 a.m. on April 13 and 6 a.m. on April 14, 2026, the New Brunswick RCMP responded to a total of 321 calls for service across the province. These calls ranged from life-threatening emergencies to lower-priority matters, reflecting a busy 24-hour period for police and first responders.

Within this timeframe, officers handled 11 Priority 1 calls, 101 Priority 2 calls, 144 Priority 3 calls, and 65 Priority 4 calls. Several incidents were flagged as “operational files of note,” including assaults, a fatal two-vehicle collision, a missing person investigation, break and enters, threats, sexual assault, and multiple situations involving individuals in mental distress.

Official RCMP Details: Incidents of Note

The RCMP notes that locations refer to the detachment responsible for the area where the incident occurred.

Northeast Region

• Blackville – Assault: Police responded to an assault. One person was taken to hospital for medical care. The investigation is continuing.
• Campbellton – Residential break and enter: A break-in occurred at a home. Three individuals were arrested in connection with this incident. Further investigative steps are underway.

Southeast Region

• Elsipogtog – Mischief: Officers are investigating a mischief complaint. The file remains open.
• Grand Bay-Westfield – Fatal two-vehicle collision: A collision involving two vehicles resulted in the death of one person. A second person was transported to hospital. Police continue to examine the circumstances.
• Hampton – Assault with firearm-related offence: RCMP responded to an assault involving a firearm-related offence. One individual has been arrested, and the investigation is ongoing.
• Richibucto – Missing person: Police are investigating a missing person report in the Richibucto area. No description or contact details were provided in this summary; residents should monitor official RCMP channels for any public assistance requests.
• Richibucto – Trailer theft: A trailer was reported stolen. The file remains under active investigation.
• Shediac – Individual in mental distress: RCMP attended a call involving a person in significant mental distress. The individual was taken to hospital for care.
• Sussex – Residential break and enter: A home was entered unlawfully. The investigation is in progress.

West Region

• Nackawic – Threats: Police are investigating a report of threats. The file is ongoing.
• Saint-Léonard – Sudden death (file 1): RCMP are investigating a sudden death. No further details were released, and the investigation continues.
• Saint-Léonard – Sudden death (file 2): A second sudden death in the area was also reported; no criminality is suspected at this time.
• St. Stephen – Individual in mental distress: Police responded to a mental health-related incident. The person involved was transported to hospital.
• Western Valley Region – Sexual assault: A sexual assault is under active investigation by RCMP in the Western Valley Region.
• Western Valley Region – Breach of conditions: Officers are investigating a suspected breach of court-ordered conditions.
• Western Valley Region – Individual in mental distress: RCMP attended another incident involving a person in mental distress. The individual was taken to hospital.
• Western Valley Region – Assault: An assault was reported and is under investigation.

Codiac Region

• Moncton – Sudden death: RCMP in Moncton are handling a sudden death file where no criminality is suspected based on current information.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this 24-hour snapshot of activity in New Brunswick highlights several key safety concerns: violent incidents such as assaults, the tragic fatal collision near Grand Bay-Westfield, property crimes like residential break and enters and trailer theft, and the continuing need for robust supports around mental health and crises in the community. Similar patterns appear in communities across Canada, including jurisdictions such as Opportunity No. 17 in Alberta, where crime and safety trends are closely monitored to guide prevention strategies.

Residents can help reduce risk by securing homes and vehicles, reporting suspicious activity promptly to police, driving cautiously—especially on rural or high-speed routes—and taking any threats or signs of violence seriously. Equally important is recognizing and responding to mental health emergencies: if someone appears to be in crisis or at risk of harming themselves or others, contact emergency services right away. Understanding local patterns, just as we do when reviewing data for areas like Division No. 6, Subd. A in Newfoundland and Labrador, helps communities stay informed and proactive about their safety.

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.