One man charged; prohibited weapon seized

December 5, 2025 - Paquetville, New Brunswick
From: New Brunswick RCMP

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A 52-year-old man from Paquetville, N.B., has been charged following a prohibited-weapon investigation in the community.

On July 27, 2025, members of the Caraquet RCMP received information that an individual was in possession of a prohibited weapon in the community. Police began an investigation.

On August 7, the Caraquet RCMP executed a search warrant at a property on St-Amateur Road in Paquetville as part of the investigation. During the search, police seized a prohibited weapon and a 52-year-old man from Paquetville was arrested at the scene without incident.

On August 8, 52-year-old Steve Duguay appeared in Bathurst Provincial Court and was charged with possession of a prohibited weapon, assault and uttering threats to cause bodily harm. He was released from custody and is scheduled to return to court on January 23, 2026.

The public plays an important role in helping to reduce, prevent and solve crime, including the trafficking of illegal drugs and weapons. Anyone with information about, or who suspects, illegal activity in their neighbourhood is asked to contact their local police. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.

The investigation is ongoing.

Sergeant Charles Dubois
Caraquet Detachment
Northeast District RCMP
rcmpnb.grcnb@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
506-726-5222