Members of the Lethbridge Police Service issued a total of 54 tickets during a weekend traffic enforcement blitz, August 28, 2023. (Photo: Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

Three impaired drivers removed from the road in Lethbridge

Aug 28, 2023 | 9:52 AM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) said officers caught dozens of drivers on a variety of traffic-related offences this past weekend.

As part of a regular ongoing traffic enforcement initiative, LPS issued a total of 54 tickets.

Three impaired drivers were charged, officers apprehended three suspended drivers, and executed one search warrant.

LPS said in a media release that the goal of the campaign is to provide safer roads for all drivers by targeting impaired driving, speeding, excessive vehicle noise, racing, stunting, and other illegal behaviours.

The police service said a similar initiative in 2022 resulted in a decrease in traffic complaints.

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Anyone who has concerns about traffic in specific areas of the city can phone the Lethbridge Police Service at 403-328-4444.

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