Robert Schmitz – Impaired Driving

Source: OPP
Date: Sat Nov 2 03:57:57 MST 2024

(GREY HIGHLANDS, ON) – On October 31, 2024, at 5:42 p.m., the Grey Bruce OPP responded to a traffic complaint of an impaired driver on Highway 10 in Markdale, Grey Highlands.

Robert Schmitz, 26, of Melancthon was charged with:

· Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs

· Failure or refusal to comply with demand

· Breach of recognizance (two counts)

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on December 5, 2024.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. The OPP relies on the public to report crime. Impaired driving is a crime that should be treated no differently.