RCMP probes shooting along Grand Lake
Shots fired at residence in Sunnyside Beach early Saturday morning, Mounties report
Police are investigating a report of shots being fired early Saturday at a residence in Sunnyside Beach, on the west side of Grand Lake near Fredericton, the RCMP said Sunday.
The Minto detachment of the RCMP issued a news release Sunday about a shooting incident its officers are now investigating in Sunnyside Beach, about 60 kilometres east of Fredericton.
“On March 1, 2025, at approximately 1:25 a.m., shots were fired at a residence on Route 690 in Sunnyside Beach, N.B.,” it said.
“The resident was home at the time of the incident and witnessed a white, newer style SUV driving away northbound on Route 690. The resident fled his home and was not injured during the event.”
The matter was reported to police about 10 hours later, around 11:30 a.m., the release said, and officers are investigating it and feel it’s an isolated incident.
“The incident did not meet the criteria for an Alert Ready [message],” it said.
Officers remained in the area Sunday as the investigation continued.
Anyone with relevant video footage, who may have witnessed the shooting, or otherwise has information that could aid the investigation is urged to call the Minto RCMP at 506-327-1820.
Those wishing to provide information anonymously can do so through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), downloading the secure P3 Mobile App or visiting Secure Web Tips online at www.crimenb.ca.
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