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Police make impaired driving arrest near two schools Thursday afternoon

The Williams Lake RCMP have recommended charges after locating a vehicle driving on the sidewalk
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Williams Lake RCMP said alcohol was a factor after observing a vehicle driving on the sidewalk on Comer Street and Pigeon Avenue. (Black Press file photo)

The Williams Lake RCMP have recommended charges after locating a vehicle driving on the sidewalk in downtown Williams Lake Thursday afternoon.

At 1:43 p.m. RCMP observed the vehicle driving on the sidewalk at Pigeon Avenue and Comer Street, near both Marie Sharpe elementary and Sacred Heart Catholic School.

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“This was concerning as this was occurring in a school zone during school hours,” said Williams Lake RCMP Const. Colin Champagne. “The driver was stopped and arrested before anyone was injured or a collision occurred.”

Police said alcohol was a factor and charges will be recommended.

“The Williams Lake RCMP will continue to target impaired driving as a detachment priority,” Champagne said.

Members of the public are encouraged to report suspicious driving behaviour.



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