Bay St. George RCMP executes province-wide warrant during traffic stop

October 29, 2026 - Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Bay St. George RCMP arrested a man who was the subject of a province-wide warrant during a traffic stop on Queen Street Wednesday night. The 40-year-old Trout River man was taken into custody and his uninsured, unregistered vehicle was impounded.

On October 29, around 9:00 p.m., an RCMP officer on patrol near in the Stephenville Mall observed a vehicle being operated by a man known to police as a suspended driver.

The driver was unable to provide valid insurance or registration documents, and police confirmed that his driver’s licence was suspended.

Checks also confirmed that the driver was the subject of an active warrant of arrest.

He was taken into custody and later released to appear in provincial court at a future date. He also received tickets for the Highway Traffic Act violations, and his vehicle was seized by police and impounded.

RCMP officers proactively patrol roadways across Newfoundland and Labrador looking for impaired drivers, checking for seatbelts and ensuring vehicles and drivers are operating safely and with the appropriate documentation. Motorists are reminded to drive safe, drive sober and ensure that your licence, registration and insurance are always up to date.

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