(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after stopping a vehicle that appeared to be avoiding a RIDE check.
On Monday December 23, 2024, just after 10:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers were conducting R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) on Woodland Drive in Selwyn Township. Officers observed an approaching vehicle slow and then turn into a driveway. After a short time, the vehicle exited the driveway and began driving in the opposite direction without anyone being observed exiting the vehicle. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and spoke with the driver.
After a brief conversation with the driver, the officer determined they were under the influence of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.
Brian WALKER (age 39) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:
· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
· Driving a motor vehicle with liquor readily available
The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on January 28, 2025.
The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.