18 Year Old Arrested After Parked Car Incident

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after vehicle collides with two parked cars in Dorchester.

On July 13, 2025, at 1:51 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Huntington Crescent in Dorchester in the Municipality of Thames Centre for report vehicle that collided with two cars that were parked, unoccupied on the side of the road.

The suspect vehicle fled the scene, however, was later located at an address on Parkview Drive in Dorchester.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Gabriel BRAN, an 18-year-old of Dorchester, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

·      Dangerous operation

·      Failure to stop after accident

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Fail to report damaged vehicle

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on September 8, 2025.

There were no injuries reported.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.  

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