The RCMP have located and arrested an escaped inmate at the West Coast Correctional Centre.
After one week on the run, 31 year-old Tyler Bennett is back in custody after escaping from the West Coast Correctional Centre in Stephenville on June 14.
The RCMP announced Friday night that the man was placed under arrest and brought back into custody. Ealier Friday, police said information suggested that he may possibly be in the company of 36-year-old Pamela Crocker of Cow Head. Police were concerned for her safety, however she has also since been located and is safe.
The RCMP thank the public for their cooperation and assistance.
Corner Brook RNC looking for Jason Benoit, missing since yesterday afternoon
8-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck by a vehicle in Corner Brook on Wednesday
Petition circulating after Kruger spilling water at Grand Lake blocks traffic on the T'railway near Howley
Bay du Nord public information session coming to Corner Brook next week
Police stress safety in light of expected increased traffic on the water with the food fishery and warmer weather
