A woman who police believe had way too much to drink has been charged after allegedly speeding past an RCMP checkpoint.

Police set up the check stop Saturday night in Baie Verte but at about 8:00, a driver ignored everything and sped on through. RCMP say an officer was nearly struck by her vehicle on the way through.

The 35-year-old suspect was located at her home, and eventually given the breathalyzer. Her readings are said to have been more than two-and-a-half times the legal limit.

The accused will appear in court at a later date to face charges of impaired and flight from police. As well, her license was suspended and vehicle impounded.