Clarenville RCMP seizes vehicle from driver travelling more than 65 km/h over the limit

June 29, 2026 - Clarenville, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Clarenville RCMP seized a vehicle and suspended the licence of a driver caught travelling more than 65 km/h over the posted speed limit Saturday evening. The driver was also issued a ticket for speeding, one of at least 21 Highway Traffic Act tickets issued during a weekend traffic enforcement blitz in the area. 

Shortly before 7:00 p.m. on June 27, an officer patrolling the Trans-Canada Highway near Clarenville observed a vehicle travelling at speeds up to 168 km/h where the posted speed limit is 100 km/h. A traffic stop was conducted, and the driver was issued a ticket for his excessive speed. In addition, his vehicle was seized and impounded by police, and his driver’s licence was suspended.

The ticket was one of 16 issued by police in the Clarenville-Bonavista area for speeding this weekend. Officers conducting traffic enforcement issued another five Highway Traffic Act tickets for other infractions including failing to produce a valid driver’s licence, failing to obey a traffic control device, crossing a solid line to pass and driving while disqualified.

Speed can kill. Excessive speeding is a common contributor to motor vehicle collisions and roadway fatalities. The moment or two you might gain is not worth it, because the consequences can be far more serious than fines, demerit points and suspensions. You could cause serious, life-altering harm or death for yourself, your passengers or someone else on the road. Plan ahead and slow down. 

Across Newfoundland and Labrador, RCMP officers are on patrol, looking for impaired, distracted and aggressive drivers, enforcing speed limits and seat belt use, and ensuring all vehicles and drivers operate safely and with the appropriate documentation.

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