(St. John’s, NL), October 7, 2021 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services (OPS) suspended a driver and seized a vehicle in Mount Pearl last night.

On Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at approximately 9:45 pm, officers with the RNC Operational Patrol Services (OPS) conducted a traffic safety stop on Commonwealth Avenue in Mount Pearl. The operator was administered a roadside screening device in relation to alcohol impairment.

As a result of the investigation in to the event, a 44-year-old male of Mount Pearl was issued a 7-day driver’s license suspension and his vehicle was impounded from the scene.

The RNC ask that anyone who may have 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.

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Cst. James Cadigan  #775
Media Relations Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
(709) 729-8658