More Impaired Drivers Arrested
Source: OPP
Date: Tue Jul 23 03:51:25 MST 2024
Between July 19, 2024, and July 22, 2024, officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were dispatched to multiple traffic complaints and conducted regular traffic patrols within the City of Orillia and surrounding townships. Members of the community called the provinces emergency service numbers and as a result, seventeen charges were laid over the weekend by responding officers. A total of four drivers were arrested and charged. Four vehicles were impounded, and the drivers licenses were suspended.
Motorists are asked to prioritize safety on our roads by slowing down, driving safely, cautiously, and never drive impaired.
As a result, Sebastian TUFFORD; 18-year-old, from Barrie has been subsequently charged with:
Operation while impaired by alcohol
Operation while impaired 80 plus
Failure or refusal to comply with probation order
As a result, Naman KHATRI; 20-year-old, from Barrie has been subsequently charged with:
Obstruct peace officer
Public Mischief
Dangerous Operation
Operation while impaired by alcohol
Operation while impaired 80 plus
Fail to properly wear seatbelt
Novice Driver B.A.C. above zero
Driving while under suspension
G1 licence holder unaccompanied by qualified driver
Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor
As a result, Taylor Douglas EDWARDS; 26-year-old, from St. Catharines has been subsequently charged with:
Operation while impaired
As a result, Wesley Peter Charles TUZYK; 33-year-old, from Orillia has been subsequently charged with:
Operation while impaired
Failure or refusal to comply with a demand
Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.