Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have recently charged two drivers involved in collisions with impaired operation.
On June 6, 2023, just before 7:00 a.m., officers responded to a two-vehicle collision on Mayfield Road, near Hurontario Street. Minor injuries were reported. One driver was arrested since grounds were formed that their ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by drugs.
A 38-year old of Brampton, was charged with:
• Operation while impaired – drugs
On June 12, 2023, shortly before 3:30 a.m., Caledon OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Old School Road, near Highway 10. The investigation led officers to arrest the driver since grounds were formed that the vehicle was being operated while their ability was impaired by alcohol.
A 28-year old of Caledon, was charged with:
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Both drivers are scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on June 29, 2023, to answer to their charge. Both driver’s licences were suspended for 90 days, and the vehicles were impounded for 14.
While the OPP and its traffic safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads, drivers and other road users can significantly contribute to safer roads by avoiding taking unnecessary risks and complying with all traffic laws. Motorists are also reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. 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. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.
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.
For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit:Â https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving
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