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By Gary McKinnon

Lacombe police conduct weekend checkstop

Sep 6, 2017 | 9:57 AM

LACOMBE- Lacombe Police and Alberta Sheriffs officers conducted roadside check stops at various locations in Lacombe on Saturday as part of the Enhanced Alberta Check Stop Program.

During a 10-hour period, a total of 1450 vehicles were stopped and checked.

One driver was charged with impaired driving while another was charged with an offence under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

Officers also seized a vehicle and laid four charges under the Gaming and Liquor Act.

Another 28 violation tickets or written warnings were also issued.

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The Enhanced Alberta Check stop Program is a joint force operation between the Alberta Government and Alberta Police Services with funding from the province.

During these check stops Police Officers are specifically dedicated to removing impaired drivers from Alberta roads.

(Gary McKinnon)

by Gary McKinnon

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