125 impaired drivers removed from Alberta roads during Labour Day long weekend
Alberta RCMP conducted enhanced enforcement across the province, issuing 1,125 traffic violations alongside the impaired-driving crackdown. Two people died in crashes during the period.
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Alberta RCMP removed 125 impaired drivers from roads during the Labour Day long weekend as part of a provincewide enforcement push to curb dangerous driving during one of the year's busiest travel periods.
The enforcement operation resulted in 11 drivers receiving 24-hour suspensions, 26 receiving WARNS, 85 receiving FAILS, and 3 novice or commercial drivers being removed for zero-tolerance violations where any presence of alcohol is prohibited. The RCMP also issued 1,125 traffic violation tickets alongside the impaired-driving work: more than half were for speeding, with the remainder involving distracted driving and seatbelt violations.
During the long weekend, 3 injury collisions and 2 fatal crashes occurred on Alberta roads, resulting in 2 deaths.
Alberta RCMP said the operation emphasized the dangers of impaired and aggressive driving as Albertans travel during extended-weekend periods. The force did not provide a year-over-year comparison to Labour Day enforcement in previous years.
By the numbers
How many impaired drivers did Alberta RCMP remove during the Labour Day long weekend?
Alberta RCMP removed 125 impaired drivers from roads during the Labour Day long weekend as part of a provincewide enforcement operation.
How many traffic violations were issued during this enforcement period?
Alberta RCMP issued 1,125 traffic violation tickets, with more than half for speeding and the remainder for distracted driving and seatbelt violations.
How many fatal crashes occurred on Alberta roads during the Labour Day long weekend?
Two fatal crashes occurred on Alberta roads during the Labour Day long weekend, resulting in 2 deaths.
