RCMP arrest four impaired drivers over the weekend

August 17, 2026 - RCMP Headquarters, PE, Prince Edward Island
From: Prince Edward Island RCMP

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Over the weekend, RCMP officers arrested four impaired drivers in separate incidents across Prince Edward Island.

Stratford, August 14, 2026, 11:29 p.m.
Stratford RCMP received a report of a vehicle driving erratically. Police located the vehicle and arrested the 18-year-old driver for impaired operation by alcohol.

Union Road, August 15, 2026, 3:23 a.m.
Queens District RCMP responded to a single-vehicle crash on Union Road. A male youth was arrested at the scene for impaired operation by alcohol. The driver provided breath samples that were more than two-and-a-half times the legal limit. He suffered minor injuries as a result of the crash. No other vehicles or individuals were involved.

Albion, August 15, 2026, 7:09 p.m.
Kings District RCMP responded to a single-vehicle rollover crash in Albion. The lone occupant, a 46-year-old man, suffered minor injuries and was arrested for impaired driving by alcohol.

Bonshaw, August 16, 2026, 1:09 a.m.
Queens District RCMP responded to a single-vehicle crash in Bonshaw. An 18-year-old man suffered minor injuries and was arrested for impaired operation by alcohol. He provided breath samples that were twice the legal limit.

Impaired driving puts everyone at risk, including the driver, passengers, and other road users. RCMP encourages everyone to report suspected impaired drivers by calling 911. Your call could help prevent a serious collision and save a life.

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