The Kings District RCMP has arrested an impaired driver following complaints from the public in Murray River, PEI.
On December 29, 2021 at approximately 6:50 p.m., members of the Kings District RCMP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver in the community of Murray River. Police located the vehicle and stopped the 63-year-old driver.
The man displayed signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene. The man was brought to the Montague RCMP detachment for further testing, which confirmed his alcohol level was more than three times the legal limit. He was issued a 90-day provincial driving prohibition and was later released pending a future court appearance on February 2, 2022.
The Kings District RCMP would like to thank the public for their ongoing efforts to help keep our communities safe. If you suspect an impaired driver, please call 9-1-1 immediately in a safe manner. Providing as much information as possible regarding the vehicle, driver, location, and direction of travel can help police get impaired drivers off the road.