Loaded Firearm Seized, 15 Criminal Charges Laid
On Friday, November 13, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) uniform officers were conducting proactive patrols in the area of East Main Street when they located a male with several outstanding warrants. The male was arrested by uniform officers without incident and a loaded 22-gauge firearm and ammunition was seized.
38-year-old Jacob O’NEAL of Port Robinson is charged with the following criminal offences:
- Mischief Under $5000
- Assault
- Fail to Comply with Probation (2 counts)
- Carry Concealed Weapon
- Possession of Firearm – No License
- Possession of a Prohibited Firearm
- Possession of a Firearm with Ammunition
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
- Possession of a Firearm Contrary to Prohibition Order (6 counts)
O’NEAL remains in custody and is scheduled to attend a bail hearing on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse, located at 59 Church Street in St. Catharines.
Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Niagara Regional Police Service at (905) 688-4111, option 3, extension 1001309.
To report a tip and remain anonymous please call 289-248-1058.
NRPS Incident 26-143622