The Edmonton Police Service’s Curb the Danger program encourages concerned citizens to take the time to report erratic drivers to police via 911 or 377 on their mobile, who then quickly mobilize resources in an attempt to locate and remove intoxicated drivers from Edmonton streets.
“Citizens in our city have always - and continue to - play a crucial role when it comes to assisting police Curb the Danger,” says Barney Stevens, Curb the Danger Program Coordinator. “In the month of December (2015) alone, we received just over 850 calls to police and 65 individuals were charged for being impaired behind the wheel. We cannot be everywhere at all times, so we continue to rely on our partnership with the community to help us keep our city streets safe.”
The most recent numbers for the fourth quarter of 2015 are as follows:
CURB THE DANGER STATISTICS
FOURTH QUARTER 2015
CURB THE DANGER STATISTICS
FOURTH QUARTER 2014
If you suspect a driver is impaired:
- Call 911 if it is safe to do so. Calling 911 in an emergency, or to report an impaired driver, is permitted while driving under the distracted driving law.
- Report the location, vehicle description, and license plate number.
- If possible, keep the vehicle in sight but do not attempt to chase the vehicle, or break the law to do so.