Bay St. George RCMP responded to a report of an armed robbery that allegedly occurred at the town office in St. George's on April 29, 2025. As part of the investigation, an employee of the town, 61-year-old Mary Spicer was arrested and is facing criminal charges.
Shortly after 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Bay St. George RCMP received the report of an armed robbery. Police attended the scene and conducted an investigation. It was determined that a robbery did not occur, and that Spicer, who reported being robbed, had made a false report of the crime to police.
Evidence gathered at the scene suggested that Spicer stole approximately $11,000.00 cash from the town office. She was arrested and is charged with public mischief and theft over $5,000.00. Spicer is set to appear in court at a later date.
The investigation is continuing.
Bay St. George RCMP reminds the public that making a false report of a crime to police is a criminal offence.
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.