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Winnipeg Police Chief Danny Smyth spoke out today about drinking and driving and the arrests of two of his members for impaired driving.
On Monday, November 20, 2017, an off-duty officer was arrested by RCMP in Headingley. He will be charged with care and control of a motor vehicle while impaired.
Six days later another off-duty officer was arrested by Winnipeg Police in West Kildonan. This officer refused a breathalyzer. He will also face charges related to drinking and driving.
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In October constable Justin Holtz was arrested after he was involved in a fatal hit and run on Main street that resulted in the death of 23-year-old Cody Severight. Holtz is facing a number of criminal charges in relation to the incident
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On Wednesday, November 29 Chief Smyth told reporters that both officers have been placed on administrative leave.
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