(DRYDEN, ON) – A number of charges have been laid against a local resident after they failed to stop for police in Dryden after reports of an aggressive driver on the ice road.
On April 4, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m. members of the Dryden OPP Detachment observed the suspect driver on Van Horne Avenue in the City of Dryden. Officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop; however, the vehicle failed to stop. Officers followed the driver for a short distance but were forced to disengage when the situation became too dangerous for other road users.
As a result of the investigation, it was determined that the driver was impaired.
The driver, Steven FRENCH 41-years-old, of Dryden, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following:
· Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
· Dangerous operation – two counts
· Flight from peace officer – two counts
· Fail to yield from private road
The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden May 5, 2025.
The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.