Lambton OPP officials allege: On Monday May 6, 2024, at approximately 1:25 a.m., uniform members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were requested to attend Bluewater Bridge, Canada Border Services Agency, regarding a possible impaired driver.
A resident of the United States made a wrong turn and mistakenly entered Canada.
Upon speaking with Border Service Officers, it was suspected that the driver of the motor vehicle had consumed alcoholic beverages.
A roadside screening device was administered.
The driver was arrested and transported to the Lambton OPP – Petrolia Detachment for breath testing which resulted in readings over twice the legal limit.
A 34-year-old Harrison Township, Michigan man has been charged with the following:
– Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus),
– Operation While Impaired – Alcohol.
The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice-Sarnia at a later date.
If you see a driver who you suspect may be impaired by alcohol or drugs, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone or 911. Your call could make our roads safer for all.
