OPP officials allege: The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Chatham Detachment, has charged an individual following a single-vehicle collision investigation.
On September 2, 2024, at approximately 2 p.m., emergency responders including members the Chatham-Kent Detachment, responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle entering the centre median of the eastbound Highway 401 near Orford Road, Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
No serious injuries were reported.
The investigating officer observed signs of impairment from the driver and discovered a quantity of illicit drugs in the individual’s possession.
The individual was taken into custody without incident and transported to Chatham OPP Detachment where a Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE) was administered, with the assistance of the Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS).
As a result of the investigation, a 46-year-old from Kanata was charged with:
– Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
– Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
– Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid
A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.
The accused was held for a bail hearing, remanded into custody, and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Chatham on September 6, 2024.
The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive.
Report impaired drivers.
Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.
