Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
A 24-year-old man from Valleyfield was arrested by New-Wes-Valley RCMP on May 10, 2025, following a report of a dangerous driver in Centreville.
At approximately 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, RCMP received a report of a dangerous driver in Centreville. Police responded and the described vehicle, a red Chevrolet Impala, was located on Route 320. A traffic stop was conducted, however, the vehicle failed to stop and fled in a dangerous manner. In the interest of public safety, officers did not pursue the vehicle.
A short while later, the vehicle was located on a dirt road and again failed to stop for police. As a result of damages that the vehicle sustained while driving in a dangerous manner, it eventually came to a stop and was inoperable.
The driver, who was arrested for flight from police and dangerous operation, was driving while suspended. He was found in possession of a small quantity of methamphetamine. The vehicle, which was unregistered, held a status with Motor Registration Division of being scrapped or unroadworthy. The licence plate that was attached to the car belonged to another vehicle.
The man is set to appear in court in July 2025, to face criminal charges of dangerous operation, flight from police and possession of a controlled substance. A number of charges under the Highway Traffic Act are anticipated.
RCMP NL continues to fulfill its mandate to protect public safety, enforce the law, and ensure the delivery of priority policing services in Newfoundland and Labrador.