News release

Placentia RCMP conducts traffic stop, arrests drug impaired driver

November 28, 2025 - Placentia, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Placentia RCMP conducted a traffic stop early Thursday morning along Route 100. An impaired operation investigation ensued and that driver now faces potential charges.

At approximately 1:11 a.m., on November 27, Placentia-Whitbourne District RCMP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver travelling along Route 100 from Whitbourne towards Placentia. The vehicle was being driven in an erratic manner and vehicle occupants were said to be tossing items out the window.

Placentia RCMP officers located and performed a traffic stop with the described vehicle. The driver, a 39-year-old man, showed signs of drug impairment.

He was arrested for impaired operation and transported to the hospital, where blood samples were collected. Police are awaiting on the results of the forensic blood analysis to determine if charges of impaired operation are appropriate.

RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador thanks the motorist who reported their concern. By taking action and reporting a suspected impaired driver, you made our community safer and may have prevented a tragedy on our roadways.

Impaired drivers place themselves and all others who share the roadway at increased risk of serious injury or death. RCMP NL is dedicated to keeping roadways safe and free from those who choose to drive while impaired.  If you suspect a driver is operating a vehicle while impaired, please call 9-1-1-, or immediately contact your local police to make a report.

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