Hit and Run Collision Leads to Impaired Driving Charge

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At 1:35 am this morning, Charlottetown Police Services responded to a three vehicle hit and run collision on St Peters Road. Fortunately there were no injuries reported to Police. One vehicle was struck head on and sustained significant damage, while the second vehicle only sustained minor damage.  The suspect vehicle sustained front end damage and fled the scene without stopping.

Based on witness information, Police were able to locate the vehicle and driver in Cornwall.  The driver displayed signs of being impaired by alcohol and was arrested.

A 20 year old Cornwall male was subsequently charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle, he will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.

Charlottetown Police Services encourage the public to report any instances of impaired driving…Call 911.