(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Alton resident with impaired driving-related offences following a single motor vehicle collision.
On July 13, 2025, shortly after 3:00 a.m., officers responded to a call for service near the intersection of Hurontario Street and Ten Sideroad in the Town of Mono. Upon locating the suspect vehicle and speaking with the male driver, officers observed signs of impairment, leading to an impaired driving investigation.
Jacob WEAVER, a 20-year-old male, from Alton has been charged with:
• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
• Dangerous operation
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
• Young driver – B.A.C. above zero
The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended, and their vehicle impounded.
The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.
Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.