The Thompson RCMP detachment have released the statistics from check-stop programs over the past week.

Constable Sandy Deibert told 102.9 CHTM that there were 15 tickets issued, two people were charged with impaired driving, and one person was given a 72-hour suspension.

She added that one of the two drivers charged blew three times the legal limit.

Constable Deibert said that there are no excuses when it comes to driving while impaired, and that are plenty of options, including a designated driver, walking, calling a cab, and operation red nose.