(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged another driver with impaired operation related offences, during Impaired Driving Prevention Week.
On March 20, 2024, just before 10:00 p.m., officers from Dufferin OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot-check on First Line EHS and French Drive, in the Town of Mono. A driver entered the area and officers were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation.
Connor PIERCEY, a 21-year-old, from Kirkfield has been charged with:
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
• Young driver – B.A.C. above zero
• Adult driving while under suspension
• Adult driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville to answer to the charges. Their driver’s license was suspended, and the vehicle was impounded.
The Dufferin OPP reminds motorist to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.
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