RCMP seek to identify two men after vehicle driven into Charlo River

The Campbellton RCMP is asking for the public’s help to identify two men linked to a concerning incident at the Charlo River near the Levesque Bridge in Charlo, New Brunswick. The request follows multiple reports of a video shared online that appears to show a vehicle being deliberately driven into the river.

The incident was reported to police on June 20, 2026, when several callers alerted the Campbellton RCMP detachment to the online video. In the footage, two individuals can be seen driving a car into the water, with one person later standing on the submerged vehicle and the other entering the trunk. Investigators are now working to identify the people involved and are appealing to the public for assistance.

Official Incident Details

According to the official information provided by the RCMP, the key details of the incident are as follows:

• The incident occurred in the Charlo River at the Levesque Bridge area in Charlo, N.B.
• On June 20, 2026, the Campbellton RCMP received several reports about a video circulating online.
• The video reportedly shows two individuals intentionally driving a vehicle into the Charlo River near the bridge.
• After the vehicle becomes submerged, one individual is seen climbing onto the roof of the submerged car.
• The second individual is seen climbing into the trunk of the same vehicle.
• The vehicle involved is described as a black Chevrolet Aveo.

Descriptions of Persons of Interest

Police have released still images from the online video in the hope that someone in the community will recognize the individuals shown. One of these images is provided below to assist the public:

• Person of interest 1: Described as a man with a slim build, short buzz-cut style hair, and wearing all black clothing.
• Person of interest 2: Described as a man with a slim build, wearing a navy-blue T-shirt and a baseball cap.

Their connection to the incident is under active investigation, and police are seeking information that could confirm their identities or clarify their actions at the time.

How the Public Can Help

CrimeCanada.ca is asking our community to assist the Campbellton RCMP in identifying these two men and shedding light on what occurred at the Charlo River. If you live in or travel through the Charlo area and recognize the individuals or the black Chevrolet Aveo, your information could be crucial.

• If you recognize either of the men in the released image,
• If you witnessed the vehicle being driven into the Charlo River near the Levesque Bridge, or
• If you have any information that might assist investigators in understanding this incident,

please contact the Campbellton RCMP directly at 506-789-6000.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can provide information through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), using the secure P3 Mobile App, or submitting a tip online via www.crimenb.ca.

The lead contact listed by police for this investigation is:

Constable Karine Cyr
Campbellton Detachment – Northeast District RCMP
Phone: 506-789-6000
Email: [email protected]

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From a safety standpoint, incidents involving vehicles being driven into waterways raise serious concerns about public risk, environmental impact, and potential strain on local emergency services. In smaller communities like Charlo, New Brunswick, where we track crime and safety trends, even a single high-risk event can have a significant impact on community confidence and resource allocation.

CrimeCanada.ca encourages residents to report dangerous or reckless behaviour, especially when it involves vehicles near rivers, bridges, or public gathering places. If you see similar conduct being planned, filmed, or shared on social media, report it promptly to local police. Avoid approaching individuals involved in risky stunts yourself; prioritize your own safety, document what you can safely observe (such as time, location, and vehicle details), and pass that information to authorities. Ongoing community vigilance and timely reporting are essential to reducing harm and supporting safe use of public spaces like the Charlo River.

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.