Alberta RCMP issue 1,107 traffic tickets over Heritage Day weekend
Provincial RCMP stepped up enforcement across Alberta highways during the August long weekend, with speeding accounting for nearly half of all citations.
Why it matters
The high volume of tickets highlights ongoing concerns about speeding and road safety on Alberta highways during peak travel periods.
Alberta RCMP handed out 1,107 traffic-related tickets during the Heritage Day long weekend, according to figures released by the force.
Speeding was the most common offence, with 513 tickets issued for drivers exceeding posted limits. Police also issued 27 tickets for other violations, though the full breakdown of remaining ticket categories was not detailed in the available figures.
The enforcement effort reflects a broader push by RCMP to monitor highway safety during the busy summer long weekend, when traffic volumes typically increase across the province.
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