Twenty-eight-year-old Tristan Barrett of Marystown was arrested last evening for a number of crimes committed this week in Marystown and Gander.
Barrett was arrested on September 18, 2024, in Paradise by the RNC. He was found in possession of the car that was stolen from Marystown earlier this week and in possession of a dog that was stolen during a break and enter into the SPCA in Burin. The vehicle was recovered and is being held as part of the investigation. The dog has been returned to the SPCA.
Barrett attends court today in St. John's and is charged with the following criminal offences:
- Theft of motor vehicle
- Flight from police
- Dangerous operation
- Break and enter
- Theft under $5000.00 – four counts
- Possession of stolen property
The investigation is continuing.
RCMP NL continues to fulfill its mandate to protect public safety, enforce the law, and ensure the delivery of priority policing services in Newfoundland and Labrador.