A late-night R.I.D.E. stop led to a slew of charges
A Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) stop on Centre Street in Orangeville netted an alleged impaired driver.
Dufferin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) pulled over a car at 1:15 a.m. on July 4.
Police officers determined the Orangeville resident was impaired and charged him with:
Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs
Driving a motor vehicle with liquor readily available
Driving a motor vehicle with no currently validated permit
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. In addition, his driver's licence was suspended, and his vehicle was impounded.
The Dufferin OPP asks all motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs.
If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, call 911 immediately or contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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