In anticipation of a busy long weekend, Drumheller valley and surrounding areas were subject to enhanced policing over the long weekend.
Police presence and operations were strengthened by having additional members working and by partnering with Drumheller Municipal Enforcement Officers, local Sheriffs, and Fish and Wildlife.
RCMP responded to a total of 38 calls for service and issued a total of 22 violation tickets for traffic offences.
A total of four checkstops were held, including with partners, in various areas of the detachment area. 180 vehicles were checked and resulted in three traffic tickets, one liquor ticket, and four drivers who were suspended for providing breath samples in the “warning” category which resulted in a three-day license suspension, vehicle seizure, and additional provincial sanctions.
One driver was suspended for failing a breath test, resulting in a 90-day suspension, 30-day vehicle seizure, and additional provincial sanctions.
Two arrest warrants were also executed.
A total of three vehicles were seized.
In one case, a 25-year-old female from Medicine Hat drove into a large-scale check-stop while talking on her phone earning her a $300 fine for holding/using a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle.
Along with these check-stops, a 41-year-old female from Drumheller found trespassing on a property, was arrested for two outstanding traffic warrants. The investigation found she was in possession of suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl, and in possession of a knife contrary to court conditions.
The female was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, Fail to Comply with Probation, and Fail to Comply with a Release Order. She was released from custody.
Staff Sergeant Robert Harms stated, “Enhancing our policing and planning enforcement operations over the long weekend was a direct response to anticipating increased traffic flow and activities in the area and aligns with our Policing Priorities of Crime Reduction and Traffic Safety”.
“It is troubling to see some people continue to drive under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and the RCMP will continue operations, including with partners, to seek those drivers out and remove them from the roadways,” he said.
If you have any information regarding criminal activity, please contact Drumheller RCMP at 403-823-7590, call 911, or contact your local Police Service.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.
