(LONDON, ON) North York driver facing impaired charge as a result of a traffic stop on Highway 401.
On November 8, 2024, at 1:12 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol in the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 in the City of London, observed a suspicious vehicle.
A traffic stop was initiated.
The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex County OPP detachment.
As a result, Marckly MANIGAT, a 38-year-old of North York, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Cannabis Control Act with:
· Operation while impaired drugs
· Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice January 8, 2025, to speak to the charges.
The Middlesex 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.