2 More Impaired Drivers
Source: OPP
Date: Thu Oct 3 04:13:46 MST 2024
On September 23, 2024, shortly before 1:00 p.m., members of the Red Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on Howey Street within the Municipality of Red Lake.
Through investigation, officers patrolled, located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop. It was determined that two individuals had operated the vehicle while impaired by alcohol. Both operators were subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Red Lake OPP Detachment for further testing.
As a result, Marty FIDDLER, 33-years-old, of Sandy Lake First Nation, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, and Liquor Licence Control Act with:
· Operation While Impaired Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
· Operation While Impaired Alcohol and Drugs
· Novice Driver Blood Alcohol Concentration Above Zero
· Driver Motor Vehicle With Open Container of Liquor
and Tia PETTIT, 29-years-old, of Sandy Lake First Nation, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Liquor Licence Control Act, and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:
· Operation While Impaired Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
· Fail to Remain
· Novice Driver Blood Alcohol Concentration Above Zero
· Driver Fail to Surrender Licence
· Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor
· Fail to Have Insurance Card
Both accused have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Red Lake at a later date.
The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs. It is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.