(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Orangeville resident with impaired operation-related offences, thanks to the keen observation of an officer.
On January 10, 2024, at approximately 3:44 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting general patrol in the area of C Line in the Town of Orangeville. During their patrol, the officer observed a vehicle that had been mentioned in a traffic complaint the day prior. The officer initiated a traffic stop, and after a brief conversation with the driver, the officers quickly identified signs leading to an impaired driving investigation.
A 45-year-old male,from Orangeville has been charged.
The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.
The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.
Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.
