News release

Wood Buffalo RCMP stop speeding vehicle, driver charged

April 13, 2026 - Fort McMurray, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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Fort McMurray, Alta. - On Apr. 5, 2026, at approximately 1:45am, Wood Buffalo RCMP Municipal Traffic services observed a blue Hyundai Veloster traveling at a high rate of speed eastbound on Thickwood Boulevard in Fort McMurray. The Hyundai was caught on police radar traveling at 139 km/h in a posted 60 km/h speed zone. The roads were snow and ice covered at the time. RCMP conducted a traffic stop with the vehicle. The driver is facing charges, was issued several Provincial Violation Notices, including a Summons to appear in court. 

A 24-year-old resident of Fort McMurray is facing charges under the Traffic Safety Act:

• Exceed maximum speed limit
• Careless Driving

The driver is set to appear in the Alberta Court of Justice in Fort McMurray on June 26, 2026.

A speeding charge in excess of 50 km/hr over the speed limit results in a mandatory court appearance and can lead to high fines imposed by the courts. A careless driving ticket carries an $852 fine. 

Speeding fines and demerits range in severity:

• Exceed speed limit up to 15 km/h over – 2 demerits and up to $126 fine.
• Exceed speed limit by 16 to 30 km/h – 3 demerits and up to $324 fine.
• Exceed speed limit by 31 to 50 km/h – 4 demerits and up to $774 fine.

Speeding fines where workers or emergency responders are present are doubled and can exceed $1,200.

Wood Buffalo RCMP warns the public against the dangers of speeding. “Traffic laws are in place to keep everyone safe. Blatantly ignoring the rules of the road by driving at excessive speeds puts everyone’s lives at risk, driver included. There is a responsibility that comes with driving which should never be ignored” says Sergeant Jan Indenbosch, NCO i/c of Wood Buffalo RCMP Municipal Traffic Services.

In Alberta, standard speed limits are established for different roadways for the safety of those traveling on them. Slow down. Speed limits save lives. Speeding reduces your reaction time and increases the severity of collisions. Help keep our roads safe by obeying the speed limits and adjusting your speed for road and weather conditions. To avoid speeding, the RCMP recommends giving yourself enough travel time, limiting distractions while driving, and being aware of posted limits, especially in playground and construction zones. 

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