(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On September 21st, 2024 at approximately 7:20 a.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint along Highway 589, within the Township of Gorham.

The complaint vehicle was located & a traffic stop was initiated. Through the investigation, it was determined that the driver had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.



As a result of the investigation, Mike LOON, 50, of Slate Falls, Ontario was charged with:

Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus);
Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;
The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 23rd, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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.

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