A driver that police said was reportedly found unconscious after his vehicle hit a cyclist was given naloxone Tuesday night.
Police were called to the incident just after 10 p.m. in the 2600 block of Ethel Street. RCMP said a sedan hit a cyclist from behind and then hit another vehicle.
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The 49-year-old man on the bicycle suffered only minor injuries.
RCMP said they were told by witnesses that the man driving the sedan and a woman riding in the sedan were both found unconscious. Emergency responders gave them naloxone.
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The drug is used to treat people who are suffering from adverse effects of taking opioids and to prevent overdose deaths.
Police said a 40-year-old man was given a 24-hour driving prohibition and is expected to face charges.
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