OPP officials allege: A 23-year-old driver from Bothwell is facing multiple charges following a traffic stop in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre, police say.
The Ontario Provincial Police said an officer with the Middlesex County detachment was on general patrol when a suspicious vehicle was observed on Glendon Drive on Feb. 28, 2026, at approximately 1:47 a.m.
A traffic stop was initiated, at which time the driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.
The accused, a 23-year-old from Bothwell, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with operation while impaired – alcohol, operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), dangerous operation, and novice driver – B.A.C. above zero.
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on March 31, 2026, to answer to the charges.
Police are reminding 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 Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where callers may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
