(Labrador City, NL) January 19, 2026 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has charged a Quebec man with impaired driving.

Operational Patrol Services responded to the area of Avalon Drive in Labrador City to a report of a possible impaired driver around 1:15 a.m. Saturday (Jan. 17).

The 35-year-old was arrested and subsequently charged with refusal, operating while prohibited and breaches. His vehicle was impounded and license suspended. He was released to appear in court at a later date.

The RNC continues to urge the public to report dangerous and impaired driving directly to police by calling 911. To report anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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File # 2025-3670

 

Cst. Stephanie Myers, #874
Public Communications Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
709-729-8658