ST. PAUL - St. Paul was one of a number of communities that took part in National Impaired Driving Enforcement Day on Dec. 4.
In total, Alberta RCMP removed 91 impaired drivers from provincial roadways, last Saturday.
"In participation of the Canada-wide initiative, and in an effort to promote safe, sober driving, members patrolled the highways targeting motorists under the influence of drugs or alcohol," according to RCMP.
Of the 91 impaired motorists, 47 drivers received Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) FAILs and 26 received IRS WARNs. Also, 14 drivers holding GDL licences were issued suspensions and vehicle seizures due to having blood alcohol concentrations greater than zero.
St. Paul traffic services held an enforcement and education check stop in collaboration with detachment members, St. Paul Community Peace Officers, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Canada volunteers.
"Of the 169 vehicles checked, one mandatory alcohol screening resulted in an impaired driver being removed from the road. Candy canes, gift certificates, educational information, and RCMP thank-you cards were distributed to sober drivers," according to Alberta RCMP Traffic Services.
The holidays are a time spent creating memories and #UnwrappingMoments with loved ones. This December, through traffic education and enforcement initiatives, the Alberta RCMP is working to ensure everyone makes it home safely.
