(NORTH BAY, ON) – Driver charged for operation while impaired, Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences and Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA) offences.

On August 31, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a grey sedan on Highway 11 that was travelling at over 60 km/h above the posted limit. After further investigation, it was also determined that the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages and was subsequently arrested.

David BROWNE, 50-years-old, of Mississauga was charged with:

Operation while impaired – alcohol or drugs
Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Drive motor vehicle perform stunt – excessive speed
Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on September 17, 2024. A 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) was issued and the vehicle was impounded for 14 days.

The OPP remind motorists; should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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