(St. John’s, NL), March 22, 2023 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) impounded a vehicle following a traffic stop in St. John’s overnight.

On Monday, March 27, at approximately 1:55 am, RNC Operational Patrol Services Division conducted a traffic safety stop on Water Street in St. John’s. A subsequent investigation determined that the driver was operating the vehicle while over the provincial blood alcohol limit.

As a result of the investigation, the 28-year-old male operator was issued a 7-day driving suspension. The vehicle was also impounded form the scene in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act.

The passenger of the vehicle, a 31-year-old male, was arrested in connection with an outstanding warrant for arrest.

The RNC request that anyone with information to assist the investigation contact the RNC at 729-8000 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can now provide information anonymously on the NL Crime Stoppers Website at www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app #SayItHere

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File # 2022-15043

Cst. James Cadigan  #775
Media Relations and Public Communications
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca