CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — Charlottetown Police Services conduct several checkpoints in an effort to improve road safety by preventing and deterring motorists from drinking and driving.
Impaired driving is one of the leading causes of death related to motor vehicle collisions and is preventable by planning ahead.
Check Points were conducted at four separate locations, including Malpeque Road, St. Peters Road, Grafton Street and Water Street.
Charges:
- Six charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act.
- One male driver was issued a seven-day driving suspension after providing a breath sample that resulted in a warning.
- Several other drivers provided breath samples but passed.
- Two drivers were charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle during the weekend.
- One driver may be charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle by drug pending toxicology test results.
