Published Oct 01, 20251 minute readRCMP Photo by Contributed /THE TELEGRAMArticle contentA 56-year-old driver was arrested by Bay Roberts RCMP on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, following a single vehicle collision in Brigus.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentAt approximately 8:41 p.m. on Tuesday, Bay Roberts RCMP responded to a report of a collision on Main Road in Brigus. The Brigus Volunteer Fire Brigade and NL Health Services personnel attended the scene to assist.Article contentArticle contentThe driver, a 56-year-old man, showed signs of alcohol impairment and failed a roadside breath test.Article contentArticle contentHe was arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Bay Roberts RCMP detachment, where he provided further breath samples above the provincial limit, but below the criminal threshold for impaired driving.Article contentFor having a blood alcohol concentration above the provincial limit, his licence was suspended and the vehicle was seized and impounded.Article contentOperating a vehicle of any kind while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a choice that poses an unnecessary and unacceptable risk to your safety and the safety of others. If you suspect a driver is operating a vehicle while impaired, immediately call 911 and be prepared to provide a description of the vehicle, including a licence plate if possible, and the vehicle’s current location.Article content
RCMP responds to crash in Brigus, driver arrested for being impaired
