(ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a traffic complaint in Essa Township.
Shortly after 8:00 p.m. on August 23, 2025, Nottawasaga OPP responded to a traffic complaint near 6802 County Road 10 in Essa Township. Witnesses reported that the driver was observed swerving and passing vehicles on the solid yellow line, while throwing beer cans out of the window prior to pulling into a gas station. Officers located the vehicle and spoke with the driver. Based on their observations, officers determined the driver was impaired and placed them under arrest.
As a result of the investigation, Matthew MCKELLAR 25-years-old of Brantford was charged with:
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 18, 2025, to answer to the charge.
The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.