(CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – An Elora resident is charged following a traffic stop.
On January 30, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a theft from a business on Parkside Drive West in Fergus. The accused concealed a bottle of vodka and left the store without attempting to pay for it. The accused was recognized as being involved in two previously reported alcohol thefts from the same business on January 16 and January 24, 2026. The accused remained outstanding.
On February 3, 2026, at approximately 11:45 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP was conducting proactive traffic enforcement on Sophia Street in Elora, when they located the accused’s vehicle and observed signs of impairment.
As a result of the investigation, John KACHUR, a 37-year-old from Elora, is charged under the Criminal Code with:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting (three counts)
A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day vehicle impoundment were initiated as per statute.
The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on March 17, 2026.
The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.
Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.