The RCMP have released the results of the second week of their holiday checkstop program. From December 13th to 19th 2680 vehicles were checked across Manitoba during 52 checkstops. 22 people were charged with either impaired driving or drive over .08 with the highest blood alcohol reading reported .240 which is more than three times the legal limit with three individuals having readings that high.
Three people were charged with impaired driving by drugs, 5 were charged with refusing a breath demand, there were 15 alcohol or drug related administrative roadside suspensions, 773 other traffic related highway traffic act charges and 12 other criminal code driving offences including a number of prohibited drivers.
The checkstops continue through the holiday season.
