(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving.
At approximately 7:38 p.m. on Friday, May 3, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to and investigated a single-vehicle collision at a location on Highway 3 in Delhi, Norfolk County. No injuries were reported.
Upon arrival at the scene, officers determined that the driver of the vehicle had left the area on foot.
Shortly afterward, officers found the driver at a nearby location, assessed their sobriety, and then took them into custody.
After being arrested, the driver assaulted two officers. No injuries were reported.
Charged with the following alleged offences is 25-year-old Zachary STEWART of Haldimand County:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
- Failure or refusal to comply with demand,
- Dangerous operation,
- Fail to remain,
- Take motor vehicle without consent,
- Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available,
- Assault Peace Officer (two counts),
- Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm,
- Mischief under $5,000.
The accused was detained in custody and is scheduled to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.
If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.
