Thompson Local News

RCMP Holiday Checkstop Numbers

The number of charges on Manitoba highways was down from last year during the holiday season.

 

1733 vehicles were checked across during 40 Checkstops, with 17 people being charged with impaired driving. There were 8 alcohol- or drug-related administrative roadside suspensions.

 

The charges were down from last year as 23 charges were laid in 2015.

 

8 alcohol or drug-related administrative roadside suspensions were given out.

 

The highest blood/alcohol was recorded by two individuals. The readings reached 3.5 times the legal limit.

 

There was one traffic-related fatality during the past week in Minnedosa.

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