RCMP Traffic Services conduct traffic enforcement initiative near Springdale

February 10, 2017
Springdale, Newfoundland and Labrador

News release

RCMP Traffic Services completed a day of concentrated traffic enforcement in the Springdale area of central Newfoundland on February 9, 2017. The initiative is part of an ongoing effort to ensure that our roadways in all areas of the province remain safe.

In a short period of time, 32 summary offence tickets were issued, which included:

17 speeding

3 tinted windows

1 improper cell phone use

9 seat belt violations

1 expired driver's Licence

1 improper passing

Motorists are advised to drive with caution, to slow down, don't drink and drive and to always wear your seatbelt when either operating or travelling as a passenger in a motor vehicle.

Remember, YOU are in control!!!

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Contact information

Cpl. Trevor O'Keefe
Media Relations Officer
Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP
(709) 772-5926
Cell: (709) 691-1615
trevor.okeefe@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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