RCMP Suspends Two Drivers for Extreme Speeding Near Mary’s Harbour

On the afternoon of July 13, officers from Mary’s Harbour RCMP suspended the driving privileges of two motorists after separate high-speed incidents on the Trans-Labrador Highway (Route 510) in southern Labrador. Both stops involved speeds far above the posted limits, including one case in an active construction zone.

The enforcement occurred near St. Lewis Inlet and Lodge Bay, where an RCMP officer on patrol used radar to confirm the excessive speeds. In each case, the male drivers were issued speeding tickets and had their driver’s licences suspended in line with provincial traffic laws.

Official RCMP Incident Details

According to the official information released by RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador, the two traffic stops unfolded as follows:

• At approximately 1:15 p.m. on July 13, an officer with Mary’s Harbour RCMP observed a vehicle travelling at a very high speed on Route 510 near St. Lewis Inlet.
• Radar confirmed the vehicle was moving at approximately 133 km/h in a zone where the posted speed limit is 80 km/h.
• The driver, a 34-year-old man, was issued a speeding ticket and his driver’s licence was suspended.

• Around 3:00 p.m. the same day, the same officer stopped a second vehicle on Route 510 near Lodge Bay.
• The vehicle was clocked at approximately 111 km/h in a construction zone, where the posted limit was 30 km/h for the protection of road workers.
• The driver in this incident, a 67-year-old man, was also ticketed for speeding and had his driver’s licence suspended.

RCMP emphasize that speed restrictions in construction areas, along with any posted traffic control devices, are fully in effect whenever signs are up, whether or not workers are immediately visible. These zones can include heavy equipment, altered lane layouts, narrowed roadways, and uneven surfaces, all of which demand reduced speeds and heightened attention.

Police further note that beyond fines, licence suspensions, and the possible seizure and impoundment of a vehicle, extreme speeding can result in severe injuries or loss of life for drivers, passengers, road workers, and other road users.

Residents who want to understand wider safety patterns in the region can review local data on crime and road safety in Mary’s Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador, which provides additional context for ongoing enforcement on regional highways.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

At CrimeCanada.ca, we view this type of traffic enforcement as a critical part of community safety in Newfoundland and Labrador. Excessive speed, especially on rural routes like the Trans-Labrador Highway and in construction areas, greatly increases the risk and severity of collisions. High-impact crashes in remote areas can be particularly dangerous because emergency response and hospital care may be farther away.

To help protect yourself and others on the road:

• Always reduce speed as soon as you see signs indicating a construction or work zone, even if workers are not immediately visible.
• Allow extra travel time so you are not tempted to speed to make up for delays.
• Stay alert for sudden changes in lane position, gravel or uneven pavement, and construction vehicles entering or exiting the roadway.
• Remember that licence suspensions, fines, and vehicle impoundment are only part of the risk; the greater concern is the potential for life-changing or fatal injuries.

Our mission is to keep residents informed so they can make safer choices on the road and in their communities. Responsible driving, strict respect for speed limits, and extra caution in construction zones are simple steps that significantly reduce the likelihood of serious collisions.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the newfoundland-and-labrador community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.