Following a report of a residential robbery in Clarke's Beach, 27-year-old Jesse Lewis was arrested by Bay Roberts RCMP on September 5, 2024.
Shortly before 1:00 a.m. on Thursday, police received the report and attended the Clarke's Beach home. Prior to police arrival, Lewis allegedly threatened occupants inside the home while armed with a firearm and demanded money. He departed the residence after receiving a sum of money. No one was injured. The home and its occupants were known to Lewis.
Yesterday afternoon, police received information that Lewis had returned to the unoccupied home. Officers set up containment and notified nearby residents. After some negotiations, Lewis surrendered himself to police. He was arrested without incident.
Lewis will appear in court today and is charged with the following criminal offences in relation to this event:
- Robbery with a firearm
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
- Prohibited possession of firearm
- Uttering threats against property
- Breach of probation
In addition, Lewis is charged by Holyrood RCMP for the following crimes that occurred earlier this week:
- Driving while prohibited
- Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
- Uttering Threats
- Intimidation
- Mischief – interfering with the lawful use or enjoyment of property
- Breach probation
The investigations are continuing.