News release
Monthly Road Report: focus on impaired driving prevention
August 13, 2025
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Richmond, British Columbia
From: Richmond RCMP
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Roadblocks part of Richmond RCMP strategy to combat impaired driving throughout summer months.
Richmond RCMP officers issued 1067 traffic violation tickets in July 2025, part of ongoing efforts to combat high-risk driving behaviours and improve safety for all road users.
Key categories of offenses included:
- Speeding: 234
- Distracted driving: 91
- Impaired drug/alcohol infractions: 25
- Vehicle-related infractions: 239
- Driver Licence infractions: 175
Impaired Driving Roadblocks
Throughout the summer, you may see Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit (RSU) popping up conducting roadside safety checks throughout Richmond to help keep impaired drivers off the road. Richmond RCMP has produced a short video showing what one of theses checks can look like.
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Video description: A video showing what happens at a Counter Attack roadblock when enforcing sober driving.
[We zoom in on a sign which reads: “Counterattack Road Check Ahead” “have your driver’s license ready”.]
[An Officer at the roadblock speaks to the camera.]
Corporal Hermes: “We do these roadblocks to get impaired drivers off the road. It helps prevent collisions, serious injuries and fatalities.”
[A car drives forward to the roadblock. The officer stops the car.]
Corporal Hermes: “Hi, Good evening! This is a counterattack roadblock sir. Have you had any alcohol tonight?”
[In the next shot, the driver blows into a breathalyzer.]
Corporal Hermes: “Okay, and… Blow. Go, go, go. Keep going, keep going… Very good! Thank you!
[The officer speaks to the camera at the roadblock.]
Corporal Hermes: “Thank you for driving sober or finding a safe way home!
[RCMP/GRC copyright notice appears]
[Government of Canada wordmark with a waving Canadian flag appears.]
Looking ahead: August focus on impaired driving education and enforcement
Impaired driving not only comes with the threat of serious penalties and driving suspensions but also can ruin or end lives. Throughout the summer, Richmond RCMP is continuing to target impaired driving among other high-risk driving behaviours, offering the following reminders to help keep our community safe and drivers sober:
- Plan ahead: If you know that you or your guests may be consuming alcohol or other impairing substances, don’t wait until the last minute to figure out how to get home safely. Make a plan and stick to it.
- Use a designated driver: A designated driver is someone who commits to staying sober so that they can get themselves or others home safely. Consider being the one in your group that can be relied on for a safe ride.
- Take transit or book a taxi or rideshare: Map out the route and options in advance. Even if you aren’t planning to need them, having these options ready as backup plans for you or your guests can help give you some peace of mind.
- Talk to your group: Before the day or night begins, start the conversation with your friends or family about how everyone will get home safely. By encouraging everyone to think and plan ahead, you help reduce the risk of unsafe decisions being made at the end of the night.
Targeted enforcement areas:
Based on collision data and community intelligence, the Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit (RSU) Will be conducting targeted enforcement in the following locations:
- Blundell Road & Francis Road corridors
- Bridgeport Road & Garden City Road
- Alderbridge Way & Garden City Road
- Westminster Highway & No. 2 Road
If you witness or suspect impaired driving, please call 9-1-1.
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The summertime is often a time of fun and making memories together. However, every year, we see tragic, preventable deaths related to drug and alcohol consumption before getting behind the wheel. We implore everyone to do their part in keeping impaired drivers off the road. Whether it’s yourself, or a loved one, have a serious look at whether the plan to drive is the right one.
Sergeant Eric Baskette, Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit
Contacts
Media Relations Officer
Richmond RCMP
richmond_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
604-207-5189