RCMP say an officer and a suspect have been injured after a suspected drunk driver was encountered in the Turtleford area.

Police say the officer was hurt approaching the vehicle and the suspect was also taken to hospital following his arrest. RCMP say neither injuries are believed to be life-threatening.

Expect to see an indefinite increased police presence west of Mervin on the highway 794 grid and police ask motorists to avoid the area but say there is no risk to public safety.