NRP Charge Six for Impaired Driving

Tuesday, 4 May 2021 11:44

By Linda Morgan

Six people are facing impaired driving charges following NRP R.I.D.E. checks.

Between April 26th and May 2nd, two people from the Falls, and one person each from Grimsby, Hamilton, Brantford and Welland were arrested for either driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or for refusing to submit to a breathalyzer.

Each individual has also received a 90 day license suspension.

If you notice a suspected impaired driver, you're encouraged to contact the NRP Service Traffic Safety Hotline or Crime Stoppers.

Impaired driving is the leading cause of criminal deaths in the country.

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NRP Charge Six for Impaired Driving

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