NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH - The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one youth with impaired driving related charges after a vehicle struck a hydro pole.
On Nov. 12 at approximately 1:24 a.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a single-vehicle motor vehicle collision where a vehicle struck a hydro pole in the Town of Wasaga Beach. Upon arrival the driver had fled the scene but was located by officers a brief time later. Officers engaged in an impaired operation investigation.
As a result, a 17-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was arrested and has been charged with the following:
- YPC Operation while Impaired - Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
- YPC Operation while Impaired - Alcohol and Drugs
- YPC Dangerous Operation
The youth was additionally charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:
- Novice Driver - B.A.C. Above Zero
- Fail to Report Accident
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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