Members of the Guelph Police Service participated in a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) event Saturday evening.
Approximately 550 motorists were stopped and checked for sobriety. Twelve roadside tests were conducted on drivers who had been drinking, resulting in two three-day driver’s licence suspensions for motorists who registered a ‘warn’ on the roadside device. Such a reading indicates a blood-alcohol content of between 50 and 80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood, or a blood-alcohol level above zero for novice drivers.
One driver was found to have cannabis readily available and was charged under the Cannabis Control Act. Several Highway Traffic Act offences were observed, resulting in warnings for failing to wear a seatbelt and driving while using a handheld device.
During the annual Festive RIDE program, increased spot checks will continue to be held throughout the holiday season.
The Guelph Police Service would like to encourage the public to always consume alcohol and cannabis responsibly. Please don’t drive if you are going to consume alcohol or cannabis, and please ensure that you plan ahead so that you have a safe ride home. Anyone who spots a suspected impaired driver is asked to immediately call 911.
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