Impaired driver charged after OPP traffic stop on Hwy. 401
The Stormont Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual with impaired driving following a traffic stop.
OPP explained that this incident took place in the early morning of September 25th, 2023. Around 2:00 a.m. OPP officers conducted the traffic stop on Highway 401 in the South Stormont Township, after observing the vehicle perform a traffic act violation.
The vehicle was pulled over and the investigation led to the driver being tested, as a result of the investigation, the person behind the wheel, 66-year-old Minh Nguyen from Anjou, Quebec was charged with the following offences:
- Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs
OPP says the accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on October 19th, 2023.
With files by CFRA's Connor Ray
-
Road closures and lane reductions in Pembroke
Closure of the Cecelia Street and D'Youville Drive intersection from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and lane reductions to Riverside Drive from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to conduct geotechnical investigations. -
Renfrew OPP stop two local motorists, driving with alcohol in their system
A 43-year-old from Arnprior and a 35-year-old from Greater Madawaska are facing charges for driving while impaired after traffic stops conducted by Renfrew OPP on local roadways. -
Local health unit investigating feasibility of merger with neighbouring health agencies
In an effort to strengthen the public health sector in Eastern Ontario, local Boards of Health have given their support to investigate a potential merger. Chairs of each Board agree to independently investigate. -
Impaired woman found passed out in vehicle, identified in relation to theft at Shopper Drug Mart
A 44-year-old woman has been arrested and charged after Brockville Police officers responded to a woman passed out behind the wheel. Police discovered she had an outstanding arrest warrant for a theft at Shoppers Drug Mart. -
Health Unit urges vaccinations as flu as season peaks in LGL
Residents of LGL are being strongly advised to get vaccinated against the flu, with a particular emphasis on individuals under the age of five. The flu season is upon us and the risk of infection is expected to peak near the end of December. -
Several local Boards of Health looking into merger to strengthen public health sector
The KFL&A Board of Health is joining in with neighbouring public health agencies to investigate the feasibility of a potential merger in an effort to strengthen the public health sector. -
"Cram the Cruiser" food drive at parking lots in Greater Napanee this weekend
From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Metro and Giant Tiger locations in Greater Napanee, Lennox & Addington County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police will be hosting a "Cram the Cruiser" food drive event. -
KFL&A Public Health urges residents to vaccinate against influenza ahead of holidays
Residents of KFL&A are being strongly advised to get vaccinated against the flu, with a particular emphasis on individuals under the age of five. The flu season is upon us and the risk of infection is expected to peak near the end of December. -
Man arrested after causing issues with staff at Chuck's Roadhouse
An arrest was made by Brockville Police after officers were called to Chuck's Roadhouse, regarding a 66-year-old man who was causing issues with staff. The man failed to comply with his bail hearing.
