Clarenville RCMP seeks public’s assistance identifying driver involved in dangerous operation and flight from police

September 17, 2024
Clarenville, Newfoundland and Labrador

News release

Clarenville RCMP is seeking assistance from the public in identifying the driver of a vehicle who fled from police in a dangerous manner on the evening of September 12, 2024.

Between the hours of 8:30 - 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, an officer on patrol observed a dark-colored Ford Mustang driving erratically in the parking lot of the Random Square Mall on Manitoba Drive in Clarenville. The officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop and the vehicle fled from police at a high rate of speed. In the interest of public safety, police did not pursue the vehicle. A video of the vehicle is attached.

The investigation is continuing.

Anyone having information about this incident, the involved vehicle or the identity of the driver is asked to contact Clarenville RCMP at 709-466-3211, or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayitHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

Video

    Video description

    A car is seen spinning around, driving dangerously at night and you can hear the sound of the car engine revving and tires screeching.

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Contact information

Strategic Communications and Media Relations Unit
RCMP NL
rcmp.nl.media-medias.tnl.grc@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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