Assist to Identify: Theft Suspects
On March 23, Charlottetown Police Services received a theft report from a local store. It was reported that two individuals had stolen approximately $3,800 worth of razor blades and related items. Surveillance footage was obtained, and CPS is now seeking public assistance to identify the suspects.
Anyone with information regarding these individuals is asked to contact Charlottetown Police Services at (902)629-4064, submit a tip below or call PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
File No. 2026-151443
On Tuesday, March 27, 2026, Charlottetown Police Services Street Crime Unit arrested and charged three individuals with possession (of cocaine) for the purpose of trafficking. As part of the investigation, the Street Crime Unit executed three search warrants that included a hotel room in Charlottetown, a residence in Mount Stewart and a car.
Officers seized 208 grams of cocaine, a quantity of crystal methamphetamine, scales, cell phones and other items consistent with drug trafficking.
40-year-old Jennie Sara Mae Singleton, 35-year-old Wayne Joseph Mosher, 37-year-old Cody Allen Vincent MacDonald have all been charged with possession (of cocaine) for the purpose of trafficking – CDSA 5(2).
Singleton and MacDonald were remanded in custody. Mosher was released with conditions. They will all appear in court on May 7, 2026.
Anyone with information about illegal drug activity is asked to contact Charlottetown Police Services at (902) 629-4064, submit a tip below, or contact PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or peicrimestoppers.com.
File No. 2026-363076
Charlottetown Police Services (CPS) are seeking assistance from the public for an arson investigation. The fire took place in an outbuilding at 359 University Avenue at approximately 7:20 a.m. on March 2, 2026. Evidence obtained at the scene and from the surrounding area led police to believe the fire was intentionally started.
Surveillance footage was obtained, and CPS is now seeking public assistance to identify this suspect.
Anyone with information regarding this individual is asked to contact Charlottetown Police Services at (902)629-4064 or call PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
File No. 2026-276144
The male previously reported missing has been located safe and sound.
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Charlottetown Police Services (CPS) are seeking assistance from the public to help locate 62-year-old Darren Giddings of Charlottetown for a well-being check. Giddings was last seen driving his dark green 1996 Mini Cooper (PEI license plate B402J) across Hillsborough Bridge into Stratford at approximately 2 p.m. today.
Anyone with information regarding this individual is asked to contact Charlottetown Police Services at (902)629-4064 or call PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
File No. 2026-385598
On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Charlottetown Police Services Major Crime Unit, in collaboration with Edmonton Police Service, located and arrested 47-year-old John Joseph MacArthur. With support from the Tactical Response and Street Crime Units, the arrest was made at a residence in South Melville.
MacArthur had a Canada-wide warrant related to an ongoing homicide investigation in Edmonton. He was apprehended without incident and has been transported to Edmonton for remand and future court appearances.
This investigation has demonstrated the importance of inter-jurisdictional intelligence-gathering and cooperation. CPS would like to commend the Edmonton Police Service for their steadfast approach, collaborative efforts and professionalism.
File No. 2025-1839402
On Friday, March 13, 2026, Charlottetown Police Services Street Crime Unit arrested two individuals, a 36-year-old male and 31-year-old female, following an investigation that was supported by Canada Post Postal Inspectors.
The Street Crime Unit, with support from the Tactical Response Unit, executed a Controlled Drug and Substance Act search warrant at a residence on Water Street. Officers seized half a kilogram (502 grams) of crystal methamphetamine, 187 (Dilaudid) hydromorphone pills, bear spray, cell phones and other items consistent with drug trafficking.
36-year-old Tyler Lannigan and 31-year-old Shianne Ashford have been charged with:
- Possession (of crystal methamphetamine) for the purpose of trafficking – CDSA 5(2)
- Possession (of hydromorphone) for the purpose of trafficking – CDSA 5(2)
- Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose (s. 88 CCC)
Both individuals were remanded in custody and will appear in court on March 19, 2026.
This investigation underscores CPS’ commitment to disrupting the illicit drug trade in our community. This work requires coordinated efforts from several specialized units within Charlottetown Police Services including Street Crime, Forensic Identification and Tactical Response, along with support from other partner agencies.
Anyone with information about illegal drug activity is asked to contact Charlottetown Police Services at (902) 629-4064, submit a tip below, or contact PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or peicrimestoppers.com.
File No. 2026-316011
On Friday March 13, 2026, Charlottetown Police Services (CPS) Street Crime Unit, with assistance from the Tactical Response Unit, arrested 28-year-old Dario Raitano-Chenell and executed a search warrant at his residence.
While investigating an unrelated drug trafficking file, police learned that Raitano-Chenell had sold a shotgun to a known drug trafficker who was recently arrested and charged by CPS.
The arrest and search warrant at Raitano-Chenell’s residence led to the seizure of three firearms – a semi-automatic carbine rifle, a bolt action rifle, and a semi-automatic rifle – more than 1,100 rounds of various ammunition, as well as replica handguns, a machete and a scope. Officers also seized seven grams of methamphetamine from the residence, along with a small amount of crack cocaine from Raitano-Chenell’s person at the time of arrest.
Raitano-Chenell was charged with weapons (firearm) trafficking (s. 99 CCC). He was remanded into custody, and will be back in court on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Anyone with information regarding suspected illegal activity is asked to contact Charlottetown Police Services at (902) 629-4064, submit a tip below, or contact PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or peicrimestoppers.com.
File No. 2026-330672
The Collision Reporting Centre (CRC) is now open at 1 Queen Street in Charlottetown.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, at approximately 11:45 p.m., Charlottetown Police Services were called to a business on Kent Street. Police arrived with minutes of the call being received and located a male victim outside.
The 52-year-old male victim sustained a serious stab wound as a result of a physical altercation involving a knife. He was treated in hospital for his injury and later released. The male suspect, 20-year-old Denver MacNabb, was arrested on scene and treated in hospital for minor injuries before being taken to the Provincial Correctional Centre.
MacNabb was arrested and charged with the following offences:
- Attempted murder (s. 239 CCC)
- Aggravated assault (s. 268 CCC)
- Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose (s. 88 CCC)
He was remanded and is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Charlottetown Police Services at (902) 629-4064 or PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
File No. 2026-271461
On September 16, 2025, Charlottetown Police Services (CPS) received a report of a care worker, operating under the company name Freedom First Home Care, had defrauded a Charlottetown senior of more than $200,000.
The investigation, led by the Major Crime Unit, spanned five months, and confirmed the senior’s care work, Sandra Dawn Henderson, a 53-year-old self-employed resident care worker, had made numerous transactions into her personal account over a two-year period.
On February 11, 2026, Henderson was arrested and charged with:
- Fraud over $5,000 (s. 380 CCC)
She was released on conditions and will appear in court on May 7, 2026.
How to Help Protect Seniors from Caregiver Fraud:
- monitor accounts: review bank statements regularly.
- background checks: thoroughly check references before hiring care giver support.
- stay involved: regularly visit or call to stay aware of the senior’s situation.
Anyone that believes they have been victimized by this individual, or may suspect they have been a victim of fraud, is encouraged to contact Charlottetown Police Services at (902) 629-4064 or call PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
File No. 2025-1376867
