(St. John’s, NL), September 7, 2021 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services (OPS) suspended a driver’s license and impounded a vehicle after a traffic stop in the metro region.

On Sunday, September 5, 2021, at approximately 1:20 am, RNC OPS conducted a traffic safety stop on Topsail Road in Paradise. The officers checked the operator for sobriety, valid driver’s license, insurance policy and vehicle registration.

As a result of an investigation in connection with the traffic stop, a 19-year-old female from Paradise was issued a seven-day driver’s license suspension in relation to impaired driving. Her 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