A recent RCMP traffic enforcement operation in the Southwestern region of the province has resulted in 160 tickets being issues, and eight vehicles being towed.
On September 19, 20 and 21, 2024, members of the New Brunswick RCMP's Tactical Traffic Enforcement Unit (TTEU) conducted a traffic enforcement operation in the Hanwell, Oromocto and St. Stephen, N.B., areas.
In total, police issued 160 tickets and eight vehicles were towed under the New Brunswick Motor Vehicle Act. These included 83 tickets for speeding, 26 of which for speeding over 25 km/hr over the posted speed limit.
Furthermore, 77 tickets for various infractions were issued, including 19 vehicles with no current inspection certificate and 16 tickets for an expired vehicle registration, 17 tickets for not wearing a seatbelt, and eight tickets for using a hand-operated electronic device while driving.
Police also arrested one individual on outstanding warrants, two individuals for driving while impaired, and one prohibited driver. A number of warnings were also issued.
"We all have a role to play when it comes to making our roads and communities safer," says Sgt. Ghislain David with the Tactical Traffic Enforcement Unit.
The RCMP's TTEU conducts regular, targeted traffic enforcement on roadways throughout the province with the goals of improving road safety, educating motorists about traffic laws, and to reduce serious injury and fatal collisions.
The public can also assist in keeping dangerous drivers off the road by reporting them to police. If you see a dangerous or a suspected impaired driver, call 911. Your description of the driver, vehicle, licence plate number and direction of travel can assist police in making New Brunswick roads safer.