From the Lacombe Police Service:
At approximately 0131 hrs, on March 3, 2019 the Lacombe Police attempted to stop a car in the area of 58 street and 50 avenue after observing the car being driven erratically.
Police activated their emergency lights and attempted a traffic stop at which time the driver failed to stop and entered into a criminal flight from police.
The vehicle was observed west on highway 12 pulled over due to mechanical issues.
The driver departed the scene on foot but was apprehended by police a short time later.
The male was found to be in possession of carfentanil and began to exhibit signs of medical distress.
Police were able to administer Narcan to the male before being transported to hospital for further treatment.
A 28-year-old male has been charged with the following offences:
Possession of a scheduled substance – 1 (one) count
Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle – 1 (one) count
Flight from peace officer – 1 (one) count
Fail to comply with Undertaking – 1 (one) count
Operation of a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs – 1 (one) count
Drive uninsured vehicle on highway – 1 (one) count
Drive motor vehicle without holding subsisting drivers license – 1 (one) count
Operate motor vehicle without subsisting certificate of Registration – 1 (one) count
Improper use of license plate – 1 (one) count
The male was also arrested on warrants out of Sylvan Lake RCMP for 9 charges including Trafficking a controlled substance.
“Police wish to remind the public of the dangers of opiods, fentynol and carfentinal use. Police have seen an increase in illicit drug overdoses and use” states Constable Vaughan Bleasdale.