Members of the Medicine Hat Police Service (MHPS) Patrol and Traffic Units have observed an increase in dangerous driving behaviours throughout the community.
These behaviours include excessive speeding, reckless driving, road rage incidents, distracted driving, impaired driving, and a general lack of regard for other motorists and pedestrians.
On Thursday, February 5, 2026, officers stopped a vehicle travelling 147 km/h in a 70 km/h zone on Parkview Drive near Northlands Way NE.
On February 11, 2026, officers stopped another vehicle travelling 98 km/h in a 50 km/h zone near 1356 Trans-Canada Way SE.
Driving behaviours such as these create significant risk and can lead to severe consequences, including loss of life, serious injury, Criminal Code charges, substantial fines, vehicle seizures, and additional penalties.
The MHPS urges all motorists to slow down, drive responsibly, and show respect for all road users.
If you witness dangerous driving, attempt to safely obtain the licence plate number and do not engage with the driver.
- For urgent or life?threatening situations: Call 911
- For non?emergency reports: Call 403?529?8481
Everyone has a role to play in keeping Medicine Hat’s roads safe. The Medicine Hat Police Service reminds drivers that slowing down, staying focused, and making responsible choices behind the wheel helps ensure that everyone—drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians—arrives home safely.
Media Contact:
Sgt. Kurtis LaDouceur
Traffic Unit
Medicine Hat Police Service
Phone: 403?529?8471