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CTV News
2 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Fredericton police investigate sudden death of teenager
The Fredericton Police Force is investigating the sudden death of a 16-year-old girl. Police say officers responded to a call for service in the city's northside on Sunday. When they arrive on scene, they found a deceased female. The circumstances and nature of the death are being investigated by the force's major crime team and the coroner's office. Police say, at this stage, no further details will be released to protect the integrity of the investigation and the privacy of those involved. The Fredericton Police Force is asking anyone with any information related to the death to contact them at 506-460-2300, or to remain anonymous, NB Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or Fredericton Police Force A Fredericton Police Force car. (Source: Fredericton Police Force/Facebook) For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
CTV News
3 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Fredericton police warn shoppers to be vigilant following recent scam
The Fredericton Police Force (FPF) is warning shoppers to be vigilant after a recent 'theft scheme' in the region. Police said the scam involves thieves attaching wires to the back of a vehicle or placing unusual objects behind the tires while the vehicle is parked and unattended. When the shopper returns, police said a suspect approaches them claiming there's damage or something wrong with their car and offers to help inspect it. 'While you're distracted at the back of your vehicle, another individual enters your car to steal valuables that are in plain sight, such as purses or wallets,' said the Fredericton Police Force. Police said residents and visitors should remain vigilant and keep their vehicles locked at all times with valuables out of sight. 'If you are approached by someone offering help, stay alert and do not leave your vehicle unattended,' said police. The FPF said if this has happened to you or someone you know, call police at 506-460-2300. For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
CBC
27-05-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Petty crime unit, more surveillance cameras among Fredericton safety task force's ideas
A Fredericton task force on community safety has made almost 50 recommendations that would improve social services and bolster the police force, all with the goal of reducing crime in the city. The ideas range from installing more surveillance cameras throughout Fredericton to creating 200 "ultra-low-barrier" transitional housing units for homeless people. Some of the 47 recommendations are aimed at the city, and others are aimed at the New Brunswick government. The task force included the Fredericton mayor and police chief as well as provincial officials. "What we've been dealing with is a reactive response to these socioeconomic issues," Chief Gary Forward said after presenting the task force's recommendations to city council on Monday night. "Often, we see people at their worst, and for us to come along and be expected to deal with what took decades of issues to, you know, culminate into something where you see somebody that is homeless or you see somebody that is suffering substance use disorders. "So this is something that we have to look at the root causes of why this is taking place. The police are just one small cog in what is the larger group that is the community safety task force." The city formed the task force last December with a goal of bringing politicians, civil servants and non-profit workers together to brainstorm on how to address a rise in crime. According to the Fredericton Police Force's most recent annual report, the number of reported crimes rose by 40 per cent between 2021 and 2023. Property offences made up 65 per cent of crimes reported in 2023, while crimes against people accounted for 20 per cent. Mayor Kate Rogers said she and councillors have been hearing more and more concerns from residents about an eroding sense of safety. She said this bubbled over last fall, with downtown business owners voicing their concerns more loudly, prompting the formation of the task force. Some of the recommendations The task force included Mike Comeau, the deputy minister of justice and public safety, Social Development Minister Cindy Miles, former Fredericton MP Jenica Atwin, and people from business groups and housing-focused non-profits, They met twice a month. Recommendations in the report presented to council Monday included: Improving lighting on trails, transit stops and streets. Adding surveillance cameras to transit stops. Increasing police and security presence in business districts. Establishing a dedicated policing unit for petty crimes. Creating a mobile outreach unit to respond day or night to the health and mental health needs of vulnerable people. Recommendations directed at the province include: Expanding mental health courts. Increasing mental health and addiction services in correctional centres. Mandating a planned discharge from incarceration into housing or treatment programs. Expanding the availability of detox and rehab beds. Helping to get 200 "ultra-low-barrier" transitional housing units underway for homeless people. Rogers said both the city and the province are now left with coming up with their own plans to implement the recommendations, a process that will be monitored by an oversight committee. "What is most important is that we hold each other accountable to doing this work," Rogers said. "We all gave of our time, and we're all very committed to the work, but to me, the proof is always in the pudding." Rogers said the city's implementation plan is expected to be released within a matter of weeks.
CTV News
25-05-2025
- CTV News
Police investigating assault on Fredericton trail
The Fredericton Police Force is investigating an assault on a trail Saturday evening. Police said officers were called around 7:30 p.m. to the trail between Sunset Dr. and Clements Dr. It was reported two males assaulted a man. Police did not provide details on the extent of any injuries. The force is asking anyone who may have witnessed the assault, has video surveillance from the area, or any information on this incident to contact police at 506-460-2300. For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
