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Impaired driver arrested following large propane leak, damages in New Minas

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A significant propane leak in New Minas led to the arrest of an impaired driver, according to Kings District RCMP.

Last Tuesday, Sept. 29, officers responded to a report of a propane tank leaking in a busy parking lot on Commercial Street. RCMP initially attended the scene to assist fire crews with road closures and evacuations, but further investigation revealed what had happened.

A propane truck had filled a large tank and then drove away with the hose still attached, causing significant damage. As the truck left the area, the hose struck another vehicle in the lot. The driver of that vehicle reported injuries and was treated at the scene by EHS.

Investigators contacted the company that owns the propane truck, and the driver returned to the scene. Officers noted signs of alcohol impairment.

The driver was taken to the Kings District RCMP detachment in New Minas, where he provided breath samples that registered 180 mg% and 170 mg%, resulting in a failed test.

The 46-year-old North Kentville man was later released and is scheduled to appear in court in November on impaired driving-related charges.

Fire crews contained the leak and reported that no bystanders or first responders were injured.

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15-year old charged with impaired driving after single-vehicle collision

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A 15-year-old from Vermilion Bay is facing impaired driving charges following a single-vehicle collision.

Dryden OPP responded a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Highway 609 in Vermilion Bay around 2 p.m. on Saturday.

Police say an investigation determined the driver had been impaired by alcohol.

The driver was arrested and taken to the Dryden OPP detachment for further testing.

The 15-year-old has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving a motor vehicle without a licence

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in a Dryden court at a later date.

OPP are reminding motorists to call 911 if they suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

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Drunk woman arrested after driving in wrong direction on Hwy. 104

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A 911 tip led to the arrest of a 39-year-old woman who was driving drunk down the wrong side of Highway 104 near Salt Springs.

Cumberland County RCMP say it happened last Friday, Sept. 18, when someone reported the car heading westbound in the eastbound lanes just after 12:30 a.m.

After pulling the car over, officers say the driver was showing signs of impairment, and they arrested her.

The Pictou County woman was taken to the Amherst RCMP Detachment where she was breathalysed. The samples came back as 190-200 mg%, which is about 2.5 times the legal limit.

She was released and is scheduled to appear in Amherst Provincial Court.

RCMP thank the public for their assistance, noting that reporting incidents like this helps officers take dangerous drivers off the road before more serious injuries or death happen.

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Impaired driver arrested after speeding through fire scene

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A 22‑year‑old man has been arrested after driving into a closed fire scene on Westfield Road.

Saint John police said officers had blocked both ends of the road on July 12 at about 4:42 p.m. to allow fire crews to work safely.

Police reported that a passenger car sped through the closed-off area and almost hit a parked police car and some fire trucks that were on the scene.

Officers conducted a traffic stop and investigated.

Police said the man was arrested for impaired operation of a motor vehicle.

His driver’s licence was suspended for three months, and the vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

He was also issued several violations under New Brunswick’s Motor Vehicle Act.

Police are reminding motorists to obey road closures and use caution around emergency scenes to protect first responders and the public.

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Fort Frances driver charged after impaired driving incident

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One woman is facing impaired driving charges following a traffic stop in Fort Frances.

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say officers, with assistance of Treaty Three Police Service, responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver on May 9. They were able to locate the vehicle shortly afterward, and officers conducted a traffic stop.

Following an investigation, police determined the driver was impaired. Officers also found the individual was legally not allowed to drive a motor vehicle, resulting in additional charges.

The 43-year-old was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.