Two men were arrested in Glovertown, Newfoundland, after fleeing from police during a traffic stop, according to local authorities. The RCMP responded to a call about a suspected impaired driver in Gambo on Friday afternoon. The two 38-year-old men were charged with possession and flight from police after they failed to stop for officers. One of the men also faces additional charges of impaired operation and dangerous driving.
The incident occurred shortly after 4:30 p.m., though the full details of the encounter remain under investigation. Police said the men were initially reported as a possible impaired driver, which led to the stop. The charges of possession and flight from police are typically linked to failing to comply with law enforcement directives.
The RCMP has not released further details about the men’s identities or the full extent of the charges. The case highlights ongoing concerns about impaired driving and public safety in the region. Authorities continue to investigate the incident and may provide more information in the coming days. (ntv.ca)
