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News release

One crash…two impaired drivers

January 27, 2026 - Vernon, British Columbia
From: Vernon North Okanagan RCMP

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RCMP officers issued a pair of roadside prohibitions while investigating a collision Monday night in Vernon. 

On Monday, January 26th, 2025, around 9:15 p.m., police received a report of a single vehicle collision at the intersection of Meadowlark Road and Pleasant Valley Road in Vernon. No injuries were reported and, while interacting with the driver, the officer formed the opinion the woman’s ability to operate her vehicle was impacted by alcohol.  A breath test was administered using a roadside screening device which resulted in a Fail. The woman was issued a 90-day Immediate Roadside Prohibition, and her vehicle was impounded for 30 days.  Things took a turn for the unexpected when the person called for a ride arrived at the scene...also impaired.  The would-be ride home failed a roadside screening test and was given a 90-day IRP and their vehicle impounded for 30 days.

“This is a case of extremely poor judgement…times two,” states Constable Chris Terleski, Media Relations Officer for the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP.  “It might seem a bit comical at first, but it isn’t at all. Impaired driving can have serious and real consequences. Get it right the first time.  Don’t drink and drive and plan for a safe, SOBER, ride home.”

Contacts

Constable Chris Terleski
Media Relations Officer
Vernon North Okanagan RCMP
vernon_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
250-260-7161
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