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Police issue 555 traffic violations during “Operation 24 Hours”

For Immediate Release: 10-Sep-2026 @ 3:16 PM
MRU #: TR26038

Edmonton Police Service (EPS) officers and City of Edmonton automated enforcement issued a total of 555 traffic violations during the most recent Operation 24 Hours.

The violations were issued over a 24-hour period throughout September 3, 2026. Of the total traffic violations:

  • 181 were for speeding
  • 7 were for distracted driving
  • 108 were hazardous moving violations
  • 166 were non-hazardous Traffic Safety Act infractions (e.g. equipment or document related)
  • 87 were automated red light violations

In addition, four Criminal Code driving charges and two other criminal code charges were laid as a result of vehicle stops during this time.

One vehicle was recorded doing 101 km/hr in a 50 km/hr construction zone at 142 Street and Yellowhead Trail. The operator was issued a mandatory court summons.

“These results show that dangerous driving behaviors remain a serious issue in Edmonton,” says Staff Sergeant Mike Wasylyshen, with the EPS’ Specialized Traffic Section. “With students back at school this month, now is the time for drivers to slow down, stay alert and make safer choices.”

EPS is reminding drivers that dangerous driving isn’t just illegal, it’s deadly. For local stories, data, and resources about traffic fatalities and injury collisions, visit DeadSeriousYEG.com.

Operation 24 Hours is one of several joint enforcement campaigns conducted year-round by EPS and the City of Edmonton to reduce high-risk behaviours and improve road safety.

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For media inquiries please contact the EPS Media Relations Unit at mediarelations@edmontonpolice.ca.