On Oct. 6th, 2024, Fredericton Police Force patrol division responded to a call for service involving a suspected stolen vehicle. Upon arrival, police discovered the stolen vehicle, and seized a significant amount of drugs, weapons and other items totaling more $53,000.
Tyler Williams-Cleghorn, age 32 of the Fredericton area, was charged with the following:
• s. 354(1)(a) CCC - Possession of property obtained by crime
• s. 88(2)(a) CCC - Possession of weapon
• s. 92(2) CCC - Possession of prohibited or restricted weapon
• s. 354(1)(a) CCC - Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000
• s. 351(1)(a) CCC - Possession of break in instruments
• s. 117.01 (1) CCC – Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order
• s. 333(1) (1)(a) CCC – Motor vehicle theft
Among the items seized, were the following:
• Ammunition (22 cal. Bullets)
• Stolen license plates and vehicle registration for another vehicle
• Axe, bolt cutters, baseball bat
• Portable CB radio
• Halloween masks
• Taser
• Knives
• Pepper spray
• Cash ($510)
The approximate value of the stolen items, including the vehicle, is over $40,000.
Additionally, the following drugs were seized:
• Methamphetamine
• Cocaine
• Crack cocaine
• Scales, packaging supplies
• Case and lockbox
The approximate street value of the seized drugs was nearly $13,000.
Williams-Cleghorn appeared in court and was released on conditions. He is set to reappear later this month.
This arrest and seizure highlight the ongoing efforts of Fredericton Police to combat crime and ensure public safety.
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Media contact:
Sonya Gilks
Public Information Officer
Fredericton Police Force
506-460-2777
Fpf.media@fredericton.ca