Impaired driver apprehended and numerous tickets issued during targeted traffic enforcement initiative

Lethbridge Police removed an impaired driver from the road and issued 67 tickets during an ongoing targeted traffic enforcement project over the weekend. 

The ongoing initiative, which takes place annually throughout the summer months, targets high-risk and nuisance driving behaviours. In addition to the tickets, police also issued an Immediate Roadside Sanction warning and apprehended one suspended driver and another operating a vehicle without insurance, resulting in the vehicle being towed.

During these projects, members of the Traffic Response Unit (TRU) provide a highly visible presence and target drivers responsible for speeding, stunting, racing, excessive noise, equipment violations and other aggressive and illegal driving. This work is in addition to regular traffic enforcement conducted by TRU and patrol officers.

The initiative is ongoing and police are advising motorists a zero-tolerance approach will be maintained. Repeat offenders who fail to address previously identified equipment violations may be subject to licence plate and registration seizure. Vehicles may also be towed, and owners required to complete mandatory repairs under Section 66 of the Traffic Safety Act before the vehicle is permitted back on the road.

The public is encouraged to continue reporting violations and high-risk driving behaviour by calling 403-328-4444. Public reports and traffic data analysis help guide enforcement priorities and police deployment.