Single Vehicle Collision Results with Impaired Driving Charge
File: 20211393611
Charlottetown Police Services responded to a complaint of a vehicle that left the road and into the ditch on River Ridge Drive at 8:45 pm last night (Sept 16).
The driver and lone occupant was not injured however displayed signs of impairment by alcohol and was arrested.
A 31 year old Charlottetown female was subsequently charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle after providing breath samples that were almost five (5) times the legal limit. She will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.
Charlottetown Police Services encourage the public to report any instances of impaired driving…Call 911.
File: 20211361365
Charlottetown Police Services is investigating damage to fourteen (14) roadside residential mailboxes along MacRae Drive and East Royalty Road. The damage is believed to have occurred around between midnight and 12:30 am on Saturday morning (Sept 11th).
Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to contact police at 902-629-4172, complete the tip section below or contact PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
“Congratulations to Tucker Gehl for submitting the winning name “Copper” for the Charlottetown Police Services “Name Our Mascot” Contest. “Copper” was selected as the top choice from the sixty-eight entries received. Thank-you to everyone who participated and we look forward to revealing “Copper” to the public in the near future.”
UPDATE – Sept 14 @ 7:30 am
The suspect, Michael GAUDET was located and arrested this morning without incident at a residence on Rochford Street.
We wish to thank the public for their assistance in locating him.
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Charlottetown Police Services have identified the suspect in this mornings stabbing on Kings Street as Michael Arthur GAUDET, Age 37. He is currently at large and wanted, a warrant for his arrest was issued this afternoon.
The suspect has an extensive criminal record including a history of violent crimes.
The circumstances of this incident appear to be isolated and do not suggest any immediate or ongoing threat to the public. However, if the suspect is observed by members of the public, they are asked to immediately call 911 or Charlottetown Police Services at 902-629-4172 or contact PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
The female victim (Aged 35) is recovering from serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
File: 20211372409
Charlottetown Police Services responded to an incident this morning at 6:00 am at a residence on King Street.
The Charlottetown Police Major Crime, Forensic Identification, Patrol units and RCMP Police Dog Services are on scene. The investigation is in it’s early stages. The victim was transported to the QEH for treatment of a knife inflicted wound, her condition is not believed to be life threatening at this time. There is no threat to the general public.
Further details will be made public when available.
File: 20211349878
Charlottetown Police Services responded to an incident at the Charlottetown Airport at 1:30 am Thursday morning.
A male and female whom were passengers on an incoming flight refused to go through the Covid-19 screening center at the airport. The male allegedly pushed a health worker aside, by-passed the screening area and exited the airport. Police were able to intercept the pair and arrested them.
As a result, a 35 year old Alberta male has been charged with assault. In addition to the criminal code charge, the male and the 41 year old female that accompanied him were each issued a $1050.00 fine in violation of the Public Health Act.
The accused was released with conditions and will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.
File: 20211347109
At 4:30 pm on Wednesday (Sep 8), Charlottetown Police Services responded to a complaint of an assault that occurred in a parking lot of a business on Grafton Street.
An employee whom was leaving work encountered two males arguing in the parking lot, as the employee walked past the pair, one of the males raised a piece of wood at the employee and raised it in an attempt to strike the employee. The employee was able to move away and call security.
The suspect turned his aggression towards the security officer and stuck him in the head with the piece of wood and walked away. The security officer followed the suspect at which point the suspect turned and attempted to assault the officer again but was restrained until Police arrived.
A 37 year old Charlottetown male was arrested and charged with two counts of assault with a weapon and two counts of possession of a weapon for dangerous purposes. He was remanded in custody and will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.
File: 20211342706
At approximately 9:15 pm last night (Sept 7), Charlottetown Police Services responded to several 911 calls reporting a single vehicle roll over collision at the new St Peters Road/Arterial Highway intersection.
Witnesses described the vehicle driving eastbound on the Arterial Highway at excessive speed and failed to negotiate the Souris exit (St Peters Road North), hit the curb and roll several times. The lone occupant was not injured and was not impaired.
A 22 year old Charlottetown male has been charged under the criminal code with Dangerous Driving. He was released from custody and will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.
File: 20211327420
While on routine patrol at 2:00 am Sunday morning, Police observed a vehicle driving in the wrong direction on Kent Street. The vehicle was pulled over and the male driver displayed signs of being impaired by alcohol and was arrested.
A 24 year old Canoe Cove male was subsequently charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle. He was released from custody 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.
Charlottetown Police Services would like to welcome all teachers, staff and students back for the 2021-2022 school year.
We would also like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that safety is all islanders responsibility as we make our way to and from schools:
- Motorists, please be mindful of school bus lights as they will once again be transporting our students.
- Allow yourself more time as traffic will become more congested during school hours.
- Pay close attention to crosswalks there is sure to be an increase in student traffic in and around roadways.
- Students, please use caution as you cross streets and use the designated crossing areas, motorists may not be expecting you to cross between vehicles or non designated areas.
We want everyone to have a safe return to school as we get back into the swing of another school year.
Charlottetown Police Services wishes all a great start to the 2021-2022 school year.
