50-year-old man charged in connection with homicide

April 14, 2023
Moncton, New Brunswick

News release

A 50-year-old man from Riverview, N.B., has been charged in connection with a homicide in Moncton, N.B.

On March 4, 2023, members of the Codiac Regional RCMP responded to a report of an assault at an establishment on Casino Drive in Moncton, N.B. A 56-year-old man was transported to hospital with what were believed to be serious injuries. A 50-year-old man from Riverview was arrested at the scene, and was later released pending a future court appearance.

On March 28, the 56-year-old man, who was identified as Rodney Frenette of Moncton, died in hospital as a result of his injuries. The New Brunswick RCMP's Major Crime Unit determined the man's death to be a homicide.

On April 13, the 50-year-old man was arrested in connection with the homicide.

On April 14, Michael Thomas Glaspy appeared in Moncton Provincial Court via tele-remand, and was charged with manslaughter. He was released on strict conditions, and is scheduled to return to court on May 26 at 9:30 a.m.

The investigation is ongoing.

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Contact information

Cpl. Hans Ouellette
New Brunswick RCMP
506-452-4252

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