OPP officials allege: Driver facing charges as a result of a collision investigation.
On September 24, 2024, at 12:52 p.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police, Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Police and Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Townline Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation for a for the report of a collision.
The driver collided with a parked vehicle and fled the scene prior to police arrival, however, was located a short time later not far from the scene at which time a traffic stop was initiated.
The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.
The vehicle had previously been reported stolen out of Chatham.
As a result, a 37-year-old Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation woman has been charged under the Criminal Code with:
– Dangerous operation
– Failure or refusal to comply with demand
– Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on October 29, 2024.
The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.
The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.
If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.
