(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON.) – On May 17, 2014 the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was contacted by a motorist in regards to a vehicle being operated in an erratic manner on Kawartha Lakes Road 49. Prior to police arrival the vehicle entered the ditch and the driver, who was the lone occupant, exited the vehicle.
The driver then walked away from the vehicle and hitched a ride a short time after the collision. However, OPP officers were able to locate the accused and subsequently arrested Adam PATTERSON, 25 years of age, of Bobcaygeon.
The accused has been charged with driving while his ability was impaired and driving with more than 80mgs of alcohol in 100mL of blood, contrary to the Criminal Code. Mr. PATTERSON will appear in court, in Lindsay, on June 12, 2014.