Police on the west coast of Newfoundland say a 27-year-old woman was arrested on Friday night for impaired and dangerous driving, after being caught speeding down the main road in the rural community of Piccadilly at 88 km/h over the speed limit. The RCMP says officers were patrolling the area when they "observed a vehicle driving in an erratic manner and at dangerous speeds." Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementShe was taken to the RCMP detachment in Stephenville, where she was tested again and blew twice the legal limit. On top of the criminal charges, police say she was ticketed for excessive speed and having an open container of alcohol in the vehicle. The RCMP says it will be patrolling roads and trails as part of the campaign.

Source: CBC News March 16, 2026 14:38 UTC