Military munition found in Bay St. George prompts closure of Stephenville RCMP office

    Thursday, 28 May 2026 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says it looks like something that came from World War II.

    National defense experts are en route to Stephenville today after a piece of military munition was found near St. George’s. Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says it looks like something that came from World War II. Bay St. George RCMP have stored the item at headquarters on Oregon Drive. O’Donaghey says officers are advising residents of the risk and helping people who want to evacuate the area voluntarily. As a result, the detachment is closed to the public until further notice. Updates will be provided when they become available.

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