Repeat Prohibited Driver – Charges Laid
File: 2019296595
March 6 2019 – 10:02am
While on routine patrol yesterday morning, a traffic stop led Charlottetown Police to arrest a repeat Prohibited Driver.
Police checks on the driver determined that she was prohibited from driving a motor vehicle . A 50 year old Covehead woman was subsequently charged with Prohibited Driving which falls under section 259(4) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
Within the last year, the woman has been convicted on two separate occasions; Impaired Operation of a motor vehicle in March/2018 and Prohibited Driving in August/2018.
The accused will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.
March 6, 2019
School Bus Safety
Charlottetown Police Services continue to remain active with their School Bus initiative. Over the month of March, SRO (School Resource Officers) will periodically travel on School Buses within the Charlottetown City limits on their regular routes in conjunction with Charlottetown Police Traffic Enforcement Officers in an effort to observe motorists passing School Buses while red lights are flashing.
Cst MACKAY participated in a School Bus ride along on March 1st resulting in one female driver being charged under section 202(1) of the HTA (Highway Traffic Act) – failing to stop for school buses when flashing red lights are displayed. This is the seventh such charge laid in 2019 by Charlottetown Police Services.
File: 2019294726
March 5, 2019 – 8:05pm
Charlottetown Police Services are investigating a Motor Vehicle/Pedestrian Collision that occurred last night.
Two pedestrians were crossing from the Wendy’s side of University Avenue to the A&W side. They were not crossing at a crosswalk. A vehicle travelling northbound did not see them and struck the male and female pedestrians.
Both pedestrians were taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital with serious injuries.
The investigation is ongoing.
Charlottetown Police Services are reminding the public to keep their vehicle doors locked and remove valuables from inside.
Police have seen an increase in theft from vehicles over the last few nights. Streets targeted were:
- Greenfield Ave.
- Valley St.
- Dunkirk St.
- Nassau St
- Newland Crescent
Charlottetown Police has stepped up patrols in those areas.
Anyone with information regarding these crimes may contact police at 902-629-4172, complete the tip section below or contact PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
File: 2019 273354
Friday March 1, 2019. 10:50am
Charlottetown Police Services responded to a complaint of a possible impaired driver at the West Royalty Liquor Store. The responding Officer located the vehicle in a parking lot on University Avenue and determined that the driver displayed signs of impairment by alcohol.
The 50 year old male driver, who provided breath samples over three times the legal limit was charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle. He was taken to the Provincial Correctional Centre and held until sober.
The accused was later released and will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.
Charlottetown Police Services encourage the public to report any instances of impaired driving…Call 911.
In support of the Pink Shirt Day – anti-bullying campaign, Charlottetown Police Officers and other staff are wearing pink today.
Bullying has been recognized as a major problem in our schools, workplaces, homes and online.
Charlottetown Police support this initiative and encourage all to recognize bullying and to take the necessary steps in preventing this toxic behaviour.
File: 2019248696
Sunday February 24 – 2:40am
Charlottetown Polices Services responded to a 911 call reporting that a male was unresponsive behind the wheel of a vehicle at the intersection of Malpeque Road and the Arterial Highway at 2:40am Sunday morning.
Upon arrival, Police located the male driver and determined that he was impaired by alcohol and was arrested. A 20 year old Cornwall man was charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle and will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.
Charlottetown Police Services wish to thank the public for reporting impaired drivers. If you suspect instances of impaired driving…Call 911.
File: 2019232863
February 20 2019 – 9:00pm
Charlottetown Police Services responded to 911 call last night reporting a possible impaired driver at the corner of University and Belvedere Avenue.
Police located the vehicle and determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver, a 24 year old Stratford man was arrested and subsequently charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle.
The accused will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.
Charlottetown Police Services wish to thank the public for reporting impaired drivers. If you suspect instances of impaired driving…Call 911.
Charlottetown Police Services has taken enforcement action to prevent and deter drivers who chose to pass school buses and are working in conjunction with a Provincial initiative to curb this behaviour.
Drivers who fail to stop for school buses when flashing red lights are displayed can be charged under section 202(1) of the HTA (Highway Traffic Act).
So far in 2019, Charlottetown Police have charged 4 drivers in January and 2 in February.
Upon conviction:
- Fines range from $1000 to $5000
- The fines carry 12 demerit points and a 3 month Driver License cancellation
- The driver will be required to pay a $100 reinstatement fee and take a defensive driving course within six months of getting the license back
- The driver will then be on a one year administrative driving probation period
Enforcement action will continue throughout the school year. Most residents respect and abide by the school bus passing laws, but for the few that do not, Police have zero tolerance for this dangerous and reckless bahaviour and will lay charges when sufficient evidence exists.
