James Claringbold Arrested Following Collision

Source: OPP
Date: Wed Dec 3 05:52:38 MST 2025

(SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – An individual from Tillsonburg is facing impaired driving related charges after a single vehicle collision on Plank Line.

On November 29, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle collision that had occurred on Plank Line near Ostrander, in the Township of South-West Oxford. There were no reported injuries because of the collision.

James Claringbold, 59-years-old, of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:

· Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

· Operation while Impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

· Dangerous Operation

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on January 20, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.