Posted on 05/27/2010, 10:09 am, by mySteinbach

On May 18-24, 2010, RCMP D Division reports numerous charges being laid during Canada Road Safety Week 2010.

The following figures have been compiled from D Division Traffic Services and Detachments in the Province of Manitoba.

• Roadside suspensions with screening device – 22
• Criminal drinking driving charges – 41
• Seat belt charges – 172
• Aggressive/unsafe driving charges – 943

There were 2 serious collisions reported during this period, none with fatalities.

Cst. Miles Hiebert
RCMP Media relations
Tel:(204)983-8497