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Suspected fentanyl overdose in Lethbridge leads to impaired driving charges

 A 22-year-old woman is facing charges after a suspected fentanyl overdose while behind the wheel Tuesday morning.

At around 10:30 a.m., Lethbridge police were called to help Lethbridge Fire/EMS after an SUV was found blocking both eastbound lanes on 13 St N, near 5 Ave N.

Investigators said a passing motorist came across the vehicle and found the woman unconscious behind the wheel.

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The motorist called 911 and started performing CPR, when a second motorist stopped to help.

Paramedics then took over and treated the woman for a suspected fentanyl overdose. She regained consciousness and was transported to Chinook Regional Hospital.

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Investigators said the woman was in the Tim Horton’s drive through immediately before the overdose.

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Mariah Shanice Old Shoes is facing charges of impaired driving and dangerous driving.

Her next court appearance is scheduled for Jan. 24.

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