(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Orangeville resident with impaired driving-related offences following a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program.
On July 4, 2025, at approximately 1:15 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. spot check in the area of Centre Street in the Town of Orangeville. A vehicle entered the checkpoint and, after a brief interaction with officers, an impaired driving investigation was initiated.
Steven GORDON, 41, of Orangeville, has been charged with the following offences:
- Operation while impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Operation while impaired – Alcohol and drugs
- Driving a motor vehicle with liquor readily available
- Driving a motor vehicle with no currently validated permit
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. In addition, his driver’s licence was suspended, and his vehicle was impounded.
The Dufferin OPP reminds all motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, taxi, rideshare, public transit, or stay overnight. Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs can impair your judgment. In a split second, impaired driving can change lives forever causing injury, death, or heartbreak for everyone involved.
The Dufferin OPP remains committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, call 9-1-1 immediately. To report any other unlawful activity, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.