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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Repeat Offender & Impaired Driver Arrested

(SUDBURY, ON) – Police arrested and charged two people of theft, after a report of an abandoned camping trailer.

On November 9, 2024, at approximately 8:12 a.m., the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an abandon camper trailer parked at a turn around on Highway 17, near Fairbanks Lake Road, Sudbury.

While investigating the trailer which had been reported stolen, a motorist advised police of a parked pickup truck on Fairbanks Lake Road, attempting to flag down motorist.

Police located the parked vehicle with items in the back of the pickup truck, which had been reported stolen from the abandon camper trailer. Both the driver and the passenger were arrested for possession of stolen property and the driver was also found to be impaired.

A search of the vehicle, located stolen property and drugs suspected to be Fentanyl

Both the driver and the passenger were transported to the OPP detachment and further testing was conducted with the driver for impairment.

As a result of the investigation, the driver Noah MOTHERSELL, 26 years-of-age, from Mount Forest was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Possession property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Possession of a schedule I substance
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

The accuse was held for Bail Court, then remanded back into custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on November 13, 2024, in Sudbury.

The passenger, Nichola SOULLIERE, 43-years-of-age, from Chelmsford was charged with:

  • Conditional Sentence Order breach
  • Possession property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order

The accuse was held for Bail Court, then released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on December 12, 2024, in Sudbury.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals have been charged following investigations into separate impaired driving incidents.

At approximately 10:56 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Norfolk Street North in Simcoe, Norfolk County. During the operation, a vehicle was stopped, and the driver was assessed for sobriety.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

50-year-old Michael WILLIAMS of Brantford, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

Around 10:02 a.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2024, Norfolk County OPP officers responded to a 9-1-1 call about a suspected impaired driver on Queensway East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

Officers located the unoccupied vehicle on West Street in Simcoe and subsequently took the driver into custody without incident at a nearby location. They also confirmed that the vehicle had previously been reported stolen in Norfolk County.

30-year-old Brittany SNIVELY of Niagara Falls, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration,
  • Dangerous operation,
  • Driving while under suspension,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – other drugs,
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Theft of motor vehicle.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.

Around 12:32 p.m. that same day, Norfolk County OPP officers responding to a single-vehicle collision on Nelson Street West in Port Dover, Norfolk County, where a sedan had struck a road sign and then fled the scene.

Officers later located the vehicle at a different address on Nelson Street West and took the driver into custody without incident.

47-year-old Ryan OLINSKI of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Marckly MANIGAT – Impaired Driving

(LONDON, ON) – North York driver facing impaired charge as a result of a traffic stop on Highway 401.

On November 8, 2024, at 1:12 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol in the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 in the City of London, observed a suspicious vehicle.

A traffic stop was initiated.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex County OPP detachment.

As a result, Marckly MANIGAT, a 38-year-old of North York, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – drugs

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice January 8, 2025, to speak to the charges.

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.

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. 

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Brent STEFFLER – Impaired Driving

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On November 10, 2024, at approximately 12:08 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on patrol along West Ridge Lane in Kincardine and stopped to check a vehicle.

The investigating officer observed signs of impairment from the driver. They were later arrested after performing poorly on a Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) and transported to the South Bruce OPP detachment, where further tests were administered.

Brent STEFFLER, 34-years-old, from the Municipality of South Bruce was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on December 11, 2024.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Roman TRIBUSHNI – Impaired Driving

(ESSA, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver for driving while impaired in the Township of Essa.

On November 09, 2024, just before 2:30 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a report of motor vehicle in the middle of a live lane, with the driver asleep behind the wheel. This incident occurred in the area of County Road 27 in the Township of Essa. No injuries were reported. 

As a result of the investigation, Roman TRIBUSHNI, 42, of Barrie, was charged with:  

• Adult Operation while Impaired- alcohol and drugs

• Adult Operation while Impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

• Adult Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

In addition to the charges, the driver was issued a 90-day license suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. 

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on November 28, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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OPP Police Press Releases TEMISKAMING SHORES

Carl TRIPP Facing Numerous Charges

(TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) – One person was arrested and charged with impaired driving after Temiskaming Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) made two separate attempts to stop a motor vehicle.

On November 9, 2024, at approximately 1:45 a.m., police attempted to stop a motor vehicle on Armstrong Street, but the driver failed to stop. At approximately 2:00 a.m., police located the same vehicle on Carter Boulevard and the driver failed to stop once again. 

Police identified the driver which was later located, arrested and charged.

Carl TRIPP, 27 years-of-age, from New Liskeard, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Resist peace officer
  • Fail to stop for police – two counts
  • Drive motor vehicle no plates
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Drive motor vehicle no license
  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop

The driver was issued a 3-day driver’s license suspension and is scheduled to appear before the Haileybury Ontario Court of Justice on November 26, 2024.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired operation over this past weekend.

On November 8, 2024, just after 5:00 p.m., Caledon OPP responded to a three-vehicle collision on Queen Street, near King Street, in Bolton. No injuries were sustained. During the investigation, officers formed grounds that one of the drivers’ ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

Iqbal BEDI, 55, of Bolton, was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concertation (80 plus)

On November 9, 2024, just after 1:00 a.m., officers were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot check on the Valleywood Boulevard offramp from northbound Highway 410. At that time, a vehicle entered the area and was met by the officers. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result, Virender KUMAR, 32, of Brampton, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concertation (80 plus)

Both accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on November 28, 2024, to answer to their charge. The driver’s licences were also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicles were impounded for seven.

Although the OPP runs its annual Festive RIDE campaign, RIDE spot checks are conducted throughout the year, 24/7. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville detachment responded to 112 calls for service this past weekend.  Officers arrested and charged two individuals for impaired driving. 

In addition to the criminal charges, officers issue 17 traffic related charges.

Over the course of the weekend, officer conducted 12 R.I.D.E. (REDUCE IMPAIRED DRIVING EVERYWHERE) checkpoints.

CHARGED

On November 9, 2024 at 11:16 p.m., members of the Huntsville Detachment were conducting R.I.D.E on Main Street when they observed a vehicle driving on a pedestrian walkway in the Town of Huntsville. The driver was stopped and failed a Roadside Screening Device. The driver was taken for breath testing where testing determined they were in excess of 80mg of alcohol in 100ml of blood..

Aaron CONAGHAN, aged 26 of Huntsville Ontario, has been charge with

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80+.

The accused was suspended from driving for 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The accused is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on December 10, 2024. 

CHARGED

On November 10, 2024 at 12:06 p.m., members of the Huntsville Detachment were called to a dispute on Main Street West. A female party who was leaving the scene, struck an OPP vehicle. The driver was deemed to be impaired by drug.

Karen Wilkinson, 47 years old of Huntsville has been charged with;

·        Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused was suspended from driving for 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The accused is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on December 24, 2024.

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Telesphore NSENGIYUMVA – Impaired Driving

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Ottawa resident with Impaired Driving after they observed the vehicle driving all over the road.

Shortly after midnight on November 10, OPP observed the vehicle driving erratically on Highway 417 west, near Lees Avenue. The officer noticed a strong odour of alcohol coming from the driver. An approved roadside screening device was utilized and the individual was transported to the detachment for additional testing. The driver then registered more then twice the legal limit.

As a result, Telesphore NSENGIYUMVA, 60 years of age has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

Nsengiyumva is scheduled to appear in court in December.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Belva KINGBIRD – Impaired Driving

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – The driver of a vehicle stopped for speeding was arrested and charged with impaired offences.

On November 6, 2024, at approximately 1:00 am, an officer with the Rainy River District Detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a speeding vehicle in the Mill Road area of Fort Frances.

During the interaction, the officer determined that the driver was obviously impaired by alcohol. The driver was arrested at the scene and transported to the Fort Frances OPP Detachment where breath testing was completed by way of demand.

Belva KINGBIRD, 37-years-old from Fort Frances, ON is charged criminally with one count impaired operation drugs or alcohol, and one count of impaired operation blood alcohol concentration 80 milligrams or over.

The accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. The accused was released by police and is scheduled to appear in the Fort Frances Ontario Court of Justice on December 16, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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OPP Petawawa Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested


(PETAWAWA, ON) – Four area residents are facing Criminal Code (CC) impaired driving charges after separate incidents in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

On October 31, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m. members of the UOV OPP conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle on Petawawa Boulevard in Petawawa. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of this investigation 69-year-old Lawrence CHAPIESKI of Petawawa has been charged with the following CC offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on December 3, 2024. 

On November 2, 2024, at approximately 1:45 a.m. members of the UOV OPP conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle on Petawawa Boulevard in Petawawa. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of this investigation 25-year-old Cole BIRCH of Chalk River has been charged with the following CC and Liquor Licence and Control Act (LLCA) offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with an open container of liquor

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on December 16, 2024. 

On November 2, 2024, at approximately 3:30 a.m. members of the UOV OPP conducted a traffic stop of a speeding vehicle on Petawawa Boulevard in Petawawa. As part of the investigation a Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) was conducted, and further testing was conducted by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer at the detachment. Suspected cocaine was seized by police during the investigation. 

As a result of this investigation 37-year-old Cory Edward POPKIE of Pembroke has been charged with the following CC, LLCA, Highway Traffic Act (HTA) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) offences:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Speeding 1-49Km/h over the posted limit
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on December 10, 2024. 

On November 4, at approximately 6:00 p.m., officers from the UOV OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision on Doran Road in Laurentian Valley Township after a pickup truck left the roadway and entered the ditch. The driver, who was the lone occupant, was not injured. The driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for testing. 

As a result of this investigation 30-year-old Stephan MURPHY of Whitewater Region has been charged with the following CC offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on December 3, 2024. 

The accused individuals had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicles were towed and impounded for seven days. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

2 More Impaired Drivers

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two drivers with impaired driving in less than a week.

On October 31, 2024, at approximately 8:40 a.m., Renfrew OPP received a report of a suspected impaired driver. While officers were on their way, the vehicle was involved in a head- on collision on Highway 17 between Cobden and Haley Station.

When police arrived on scene, the driver fled on foot. An individual was located hiding in the bushes nearby and was taken into custody.

The driver of the second vehicle was transported to hospital by the County of Renfrew Paramedic Service with minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Corbin Blair PARKS, age 36 of Eganville was charged with:

·      Dangerous operation

·      Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

·      Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

·      Failure to stop after accident

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on January 8, 2025.

On November 1, 2024, at approximately 12:10 a.m., Renfrew OPP received multiple calls regarding a suspicious vehicle driving at a high rate of speed and blaring their horn on Burnstown Road near John Box Street.

Police quickly located the vehicle, and the driver was taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, David Herbert BADHAM, age 61 of Burnstown was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

·      Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on January 8, 2025.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged following investigations into separate impaired driving incidents.

At approximately 2:11 a.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a single-vehicle collision on Brantford Road in Windham, Norfolk County.

A vehicle travelling on Brantford Road reportedly veered off the road and into a ditch. No injuries were reported.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

19-year-old Malcolm WILSON of Mono, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

Around 12:03 a.m. on Sunday, November 3, 2024, Norfolk County OPP officers responded to a single-vehicle rollover on New Lakeshore Road in Port Dover, Norfolk County. No injuries were reported.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

20-year-old Riley MCLEAN of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Nicholas James HILSON – Impaired Driving

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges as a result of a traffic tip.

On November 4, 2024, at approximately 1:41 a.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic tip of a possible impaired driver in the Town of Wasaga Beach. Officers located the vehicle on Mosley Street where they conducted an impaired driving investigation. As a result, Nicholas James HILSON, 41-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three more drivers with impaired operation.

On November 1, 2024, at around 8:40 p.m., police responded to a report from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) regarding a motorist who had come to a stop in the hard shoulder on County Road 29 in the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand.

Officers arrived and upon speaking to the driver, entered into an impaired operation investigation which resulted in the accused being arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Open liquor was observed in the passenger vehicle and through investigation, it was found that the individual had been towing a trailer which had become detached and was located nearby on Community Hall Road. The accused was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests. No injuries were reported and there were no other persons involved.

Dwyte JOHNSTON, 60-years-old, from Warkworth, has been charged with:

–       Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–       Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80) plus

–       Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

–       Insecure load.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

On November 2, 2024, shortly before 11:00 a.m., OPP were conducting speed enforcement on Highway 401 eastbound in the Municipality of Port Hope. An officer observed a pickup truck travelling at a speed of 153 Km/h.

The vehicle was stopped, and an officer utilised Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) by making a demand for breath into an Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied and as a result, the individual was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Vincent BOURRE, 26-years-old, from Clarington, has been charged with:

–       Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80) plus

–       Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. The 90-day ADLS was initiated along with a 14-day vehicle impound.

On November 3, 2024, at approximately 3:25 a.m., an officer located a pickup truck facing the wrong way at the on ramp leading to Highway 401 eastbound in the Township of Hamilton. Police entered into an impaired operation investigation and an ASD demand was made. With the result, the accused was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Vincent STANLEY, 25-years-old, from the Township of Hamilton, has been charged with:

–       Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80) plus

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute

Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Arrive alive, drive sober.