Police apprehend man wanted in connection to Empire Avenue murder

Police say they have found and arrested 47-year-old Douglas Yetman, a man wanted for murder.

In a statement Wednesday, the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary said they were informed around 7 p.m. NT on Tuesday that Yetman was in the area of James Place in St. John's. A shelter in place order was issued for the area.

Multiple police units were sent and took Yetman into custody without incident. The statement said charges are pending as the investigation continues.

He is facing a number of charges, including murder, a number of firearms and weapons offences, and breaches.

Yetman was wanted in connection to the murder of a 41-year-old male found by police on Empire Ave. on Dec. 21.  RNC determined the death to be a homicide.

On Dec. 22 , the police also located and arrested Darryl Little, 42, and Peter Campbell, 28, in connection to the same murder. That same day, the RNC said they were looking for Yetman, who was believed to be armed and dangerous.

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