Five impaired drivers were apprehended by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Prince Edward Island (PEI) over the weekend, resulting in a series of single vehicle crashes and hospitalizations. Two individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries and required medical treatment as a result of these incidents.
On Friday, November 10, 2023, at approximately 12:50 pm, the RCMP in Stratford responded to a report of a vehicle driving over curbs and a stop sign near a local business. Subsequently, a 68-year-old woman was arrested for impaired driving. Thankfully, no one was injured during this incident.
Later that day, at around 3:00 pm, the Kings District RCMP attended the scene of a single vehicle roll-over crash in Murray Harbour. A 46-year-old man was arrested for impaired driving in connection with this incident. Two individuals involved in the crash were taken to the hospital due to non-life-threatening injuries.
In another offense reported at 10:27 pm in Kings District, the RCMP received a complaint regarding an impaired driver. As a result, a 22-year-old man was apprehended while driving in Montague.
The following day, on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at approximately 11:25 pm, the Queens District RCMP responded to a single vehicle crash in South Winsloe. A 19-year-old man was arrested at the scene. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in relation to this crash.
Just five minutes later, at 11:30 pm, the Kings District RCMP attended the scene of another single vehicle crash, this time in Fortune Bridge. Investigation of the incident led to the arrest of a youth for impaired driving. No one was injured in this particular case.
All individuals who were arrested are expected to appear in court at a later date to face impaired driving charges.
Impaired driving continues to be a serious issue that poses a significant threat to road safety. The RCMP in Prince Edward Island are actively working to enforce impaired driving laws and protect the community from the potential dangers posed by intoxicated drivers. It is crucial for individuals to understand the severe consequences of impaired driving and to make responsible choices, not only for their own safety but also for the wellbeing of others on the road.
The RCMP urges the public to remain vigilant and report any suspected impaired drivers to ensure the safety of all road users. By working together and raising awareness about the dangers of impaired driving, the community can help prevent future incidents and promote safer roads for everyone.
