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Woman arrested in connection with downtown St. John’s assault

Royal Newfoundland Constabulary investigating

SaltWire Network | Posted: Oct. 18, 2020, 8:45 a.m. | Updated: Oct. 18, 2020, 8:45 a.m. | 1 Min Read
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According to a police report, Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) officers responded to a call of an assault with a weapon in the downtown St. John’s area shortly after 11 a.m. Saturday. 

A 54-year-old woman was arrested in connection with the investigation. She was held for court.

Police say the victim of the assault is believed to have non-life-threatening injuries.

The RNC’s Criminal Investigation Division is investigating.

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