One person was placed in police custody following a collision in St. John’s late Friday night. Emergency crews responded to the incident on Mayor Avenue, near Calver Street, around 11:30 p.M. A northbound vehicle struck a parked car, causing moderate damage to both. The driver of the moving vehicle was taken into custody. No injuries were reported in the crash.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the collision. The vehicle involved was not immediately identified, though police confirmed the incident occurred in a busy downtown area. Local residents reported heavy traffic during the late hours, which may have contributed to the accident.
The police department has not released further details about the driver’s condition or the vehicle’s registration. No official statement has been issued regarding the incident’s full circumstances. The case remains under review by local law enforcement.
