20 Year Old ATV Operator Facing Numerous Charges

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – A call of a possible impaired ATV driver led to several criminal and traffic charges.

On Friday, October 3, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., the James Bay OPP responded to a report of possible impaired ATV driver, positioned in a parking lot at an address on Government Road in Kapuskasing.

Upon arrival, officers located the ATV and attempted a traffic stop. The driver fled the scene, spinning tires and accelerating toward Government Road. Before entering the roadway, the ATV struck a construction pylon and drove through fencing, entering traffic at a high rate of speed. Officers located and arrested the driver shortly afterward. Although there was no evidence of impaired driving, the driver is facing several charges.

Derek DUFRESNE, 20 years of age from Kapuskasing, has been charged with the following offences:

·        Flight from a peace officer

·        Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle

·        Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt

·        Wilfully interfere with highway fixture

·        Fail to drive in same direction as traffic

·        Enter roadway improperly

·        No number plate showing permit number

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on November 17, 2025. Additionally, they received a 30-day driver’s licence suspension.

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