Five youths charged for vehicle thefts in Fredericton
Five youths are facing a long list of charges in connection to several stolen vehicles in the Fredericton area.
According to a news release from the Fredericton Police Force, officers arrested the youths after they fled and caused “major public safety concerns throughout the city.” The fleeing vehicles allegedly drove in excess of 50 km/h over the posted speed limit.
The suspects, who cannot be named due to the Youth Criminal Justice Act, were arrested last week. One of them was charged with:
- flight from police
- possession of stolen property over $5,000
- dangerous operation of a conveyance
- mischief endangering life
- possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- obstruction
- failure to comply with a release order
- failure to comply with sentence
Another one of the unnamed youths was charged with:
- possession of stolen property over $5,000
- obstruction
- resisting arrest
- carrying a concealed weapon
- possession of methamphetamine
- failure to comply with youth probation order
The other three youths were all charged with obstruction and possession of stolen property over $5,000.
Two of the youths were held in custody while three were released on conditions. One of them also received additional charges of:
- two counts of assault with a weapon
- robbery
- two counts of assaulting a peace officer with a weapon
- two counts of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
- mischief under $5,000
- mischief over $5,000
- obstruction
- three counts of failure to comply with a release order
- possession of stolen property
- possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- carrying a concealed weapon
- failure to comply with conditional discharge order
- failure to attend court
- dangerous operation of a conveyance
- breach of a release order
For more New Brunswick news visit our dedicated provincial page.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
Judge in Trump's hush money trial threatened to throw witness out of court for behavior on stand
Michael Cohen testified Monday that he stole tens of thousands of dollars from his ex-boss Donald Trump’s company, an admission defence lawyers hope to use to undermine Cohen’s credibility.
What is BORG drinking, and why is it a dangerous trend? An expert explains
If you've been to a party lately and haven't seen someone drinking a BORG, you're likely not partying with college students.
The world's best airline is paying staff a bonus of 8 months' salary
Singapore Airlines will reward its employees with a bonus worth nearly eight months of salary, a person familiar with the matter told CNN on Friday.
Oilers win Game 7 over Canucks, advance to Western Conference Final
The Edmonton Oilers weathered a late Vancouver Canucks charge on Monday night, beating the hosts 3-2 to win their seven-game second-round playoff series in the decisive showdown.
McGill says pro-Palestinian protest outside senior administrator's home 'crosses the line'
McGill University has denounced a pro-Palestinian protest held Sunday outside the home of one of its senior administrators.
Red Lobster probes 'endless shrimp' losses after bankruptcy filing
U.S.-based restaurant chain Red Lobster has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in a Florida court after securing $100 million in financing commitments from its existing lenders, the company said on Sunday.
Katy Perry sings goodbye to 'American Idol'
Katy Perry said her goodbyes on 'American Idol' after seven seasons. On Sunday night’s live 'idol' season finale, a medley of Perry's hit songs were performed, including 'Teenage Dream,' 'Dark Horse' and 'California Gurls.'
Microsoft's AI chatbot will 'recall' everything you do on a PC
Microsoft wants laptop users to get so comfortable with its artificial intelligence chatbot that it will remember everything you're doing on your computer and help figure out what you want to do next.
Judge cites error, will reopen sentencing hearing for man who attacked Nancy Pelosi's husband
A federal judge will reopen the sentencing hearing for the man who broke into Nancy Pelosi's San Francisco home and bludgeoned her husband with a hammer after the judge failed to allow him to speak during his court appearance last week.