OPP officials allege: A traffic stop has resulted in an individual being charged with multiple offences.
On Aug. 30, 2026, shortly before 1 a.m., members of the Lambton County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police conducted a traffic stop on Oil Heritage Road near Progress Drive in the Town of Petrolia.
As a result, a 41-year-old individual from St. Clair Township was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with taking a motor vehicle without consent, obstructing a peace officer, operation while impaired by alcohol and drugs, operation while impaired with a blood alcohol concentration of 80 plus, operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code, and driving while under suspension.
A 90-day administrative driver’s licence suspension and a seven-day vehicle impoundment were initiated as per statute.
The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia on Oct. 5, 2026.
Members of the public are urged to report impaired driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.
