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East Region OPP say 113 motorists were charged since the Festive RIDE initiative began on Nov. 21, including ten in its final week.
OPP East Region Commander Chief Superintendent Lisa Wilhelm, says “while Festive RIDE may be over, OPP members across East Region will continue to hold RIDE programs and be on the lookout for those who choose to endanger lives by driving while impaired. Even one impaired driver on the roads is one too many. I want to acknowledge the dedication and commitment of our officers who conducted RIDE programs over the holiday season. Their efforts helped keep our roadways safe.”
Officers conducted nearly 1200 Festive RIDE programs across eastern Ontario, stopping vehicles to ensure the drivers were not impaired by alcohol or drugs.
Police also issued a total of 29 warning-range suspensions, resulting in those drivers being issued license suspensions and having their vehicles impounded.
written by Casey Kenney