(LAKESHORE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after member of the public reports a traffic complaint.

On October 7, 2024, at 2:07 p.m., members of the Lakeshore Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Oakwood Ave. in the Municipality of Lakeshore

Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, Joseph THOMAS, a 45-year-old of Lakeshore, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

· Operation while impaired – alcohol

· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on November 1, 2024.

Essex County OPP wants to remind 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 the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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