Chief Robert Bruce

• Outspoken New Brunswick police chief retiring after tumultuous five-year term

  The outspoken chief of the Saint John Police Force is retiring, following a five-tear tenure that was marked by formal harassment complaints against him by several officers.

  Canada

  May 25
  
• NB Police Association disputes chief’s claim that complaints were union tactic

  The union representing police in New Brunswick says complaints aimed at St. John chief Robert Bruce last year have not been investigated on their merits.

  Canada

  Apr 11
  
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• Saint John police chief discusses future of force amid harassment claims

  Amidst questions around the leadership at Saint John Police Force and allegations of harassment, Chief Robert Bruce said he intends to continue in his role.

  Canada

  Oct 31, 2025
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• Saint John councillor wants police commission abolished

  Coun. Gerry Lowe says if the police force was run by the city, council would be aware of the details of workplace harassment allegations against the police chief.

  Canada

  Sep 26, 2025
• Police chief in N.B. orders review of force’s involvement in wrongful murder conviction

  Walter Gillespie, 80, and Robert Mailman, 43, were convicted in the Nov. 30, 1983, killing of George Gilman Leeman. They were formally acquitted this month.

  Canada

  Jan 12, 2024
• Despite increase in overdoses, Saint John prevention site still in the works

  According to the Saint John Police Force, there was a 39-per cent increase in medical assistance calls related to overdoses in 2022.

  Canada

  Jan 4, 2023