9 More Impaired Drivers Charged
Source: OPP
Date: Wed Oct 16 04:09:41 MST 2024
On Friday October 11, 2024, at approximately 6:20 p.m., Elias HILDEBRAND, 21 years-of-age, of Leamington, was spoken to on Bennie Ave. in the Municipality of Leamington, has been charged with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
· Dangerous Operation
· Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 23, 2024, to answer to the charges.
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On Friday October 11, 2024, at approximately 8:19 p.m., Richard BLANCHETTE, 39 years-of-age, of Tilbury, was spoken to on County Road 22 in the Municipality of Lakeshore, has been charged with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 22, 2024, to answer to the charge.
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On Saturday October 12, 2024, at approximately 12:42 a.m., Franz FROESE-WIEBE, 26 years-of-age, of Leamington, was spoken to on Highway 77 in the Municipality of Leamington, has been charged with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 23, 2024, to answer to the charges.
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On Saturday October 12, 2024, at approximately 12:50 a.m., Douglas NANTAIS, 66 years-of-age, of Lakeshore, was spoken to on County Road 22 in the Municipality of Lakeshore, has been charged with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 24, 2024, to answer to the charge.
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On Saturday October 12, 2024, at approximately 3:25 a.m., Katherine TONKIN, 33 years-of-age, of Tecumseh, was spoken to on Tecumseh Road in the Town of Tecumseh, has been charged with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 25, 2024, to answer to the charges.
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On Saturday October 12, 2024, at approximately 7:49 p.m., Christine DEAIRE, 54 years-of-age, of Kingsville, was spoken to on County Road 20 in the Town of Essex, has been charged with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
· Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 22, 2024, to answer to the charge.
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On Saturday October 12, 2024, at approximately 8:08 p.m., Wilhelm NEUFELD, 40 years-of-age, of Leamington, was spoken to on Erie Street South in the Municipality of Leamington has been charged with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 24, 2024, to answer to the charge.
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On Saturday October 12, 2024, at approximately 10:22 p.m., William ROBINSON, 41 years-of-age, of Leamington, was spoken to on Lakeshore Road 113 in the Municipality of Lakeshore, has been charged with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 25, 2024, to answer to the charge.
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On Monday October 14, 2024, at approximately 6:22 p.m., Robert WICKETT, 55 years-of-age, of Kingsville, was spoken to on Cherry Ave in the Municipality of Leamington, has been charged with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on November 1, 2024, to answer to the charge.
Its crucial to address the issue of impaired driving, as it poses significant risks to everyone on the road. The alarming number of drivers charged over the weekend highlights the ongoing challenge we face in combating this problem. Community awareness and proactive measures are essential. Encouraging individuals to plan ahead and make safe transportation arrangements can help prevent tragedies. Additionally, the publics role in reporting suspicious driving behavior to the police is vital in fostering safer roadways for all. Together, we can work towards reducing impaired driving incidents and ensuring our streets are safe. Superintendent Mark Loucas, Detachment Commander, Essex County OPP.
All drivers received a 90-day Administrative Drivers License Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.
If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, by drug of alcohol, call police at 911 to report it.