(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after member of the public reports traffic complaint of possible impaired driver.
On May 4, 2024, at 9:08 a.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police and Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Pheasant Drive, Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation for the report of a possible impaired driver.
The vehicle was located on Hazel Road, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.
It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.
As a result, Tasheena MARACLE, a 28-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:
· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on July 10, 2024.
The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.
If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.
If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.
