Police removed one impaired driver from the road, arrested two people wanted on an outstanding warrants, and issued 55 tickets over the weekend. (Photo: LNN)

By Christian Oldale

Lethbridge Police issue 55 tickets over weekend

Jun 25, 2024 | 11:15 AM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) issued 55 traffic tickets over the weekend.

The tickets are part of a targeted traffic enforcement project by LPS that is taking place over the summer.

In addition, police removed one impaired driver from the road, arrested two people wanted on an outstanding warrants, and imposed an Immediate Roadside Sanction for a driver found to have a blood alcohol level over .05.

The initiative aims to make roads in the area safer by targeting speeding, excessive vehicle noise, racing and other illegal behaviours in areas throughout the city where members of the public have reported concerns. LPS held similar initiatives in 2022 and 2023.

LPS has received hundreds of complaints in the area of Mayor Magrath Drive and the Sherring Industrial Park since 2021. Police say while the incidents are not exclusive to the area, a vast majority take place there.

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Traffic Response Unit members will provide a highly visible police presence during these targeted projects.

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