(Corner Brook, NL), July 5, 2022 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Operational Patrol Services (OPS) arrested an impaired driver in Corner Brook overnight.

Shortly after midnight, in to July 5, 2022, RNC OPS observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed in the area of Griffin Drive, Corner Brook. Officers conducted a traffic safety stop with the vehicle a short time later. After addressing the operator of the vehicle, the officer initiated an investigation related to impaired driving.

As a result of the investigation, a 34-year-old male form Benoit’s Cove has been charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle and impaired operation of a motor vehicle with over 80 mg of alcohol. His driver’s license was suspended, and the vehicle was towed form the scene. The operator was also issued a summary offence ticket for speeding. The accused was released from custody to appear in Provincial Court on a later date.

The RNC CID request that anyone with information to assist contact the RNC at 729-8000 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

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File # 2022-34194

 

Cst. James. C. Cadigan  #775
Media Relations & Public Communication
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
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