(ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a traffic complaint in Essa Township.
Shortly before 3:00 p.m. on October 31, 2025, Nottawasaga OPP responded to a traffic complaint on Mill Street in Essa Township. Witnesses reported that the driver was observed swerving and slumped over the steering wheel. Officers located the vehicle and spoke with the driver. Based on their observations, officers determined the driver was impaired by drugs and placed under arrest.
As a result of the investigation, Amanda BOLTON 44-years-old of New Tecumseth was charged with:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
- Possession of a Schedule I Substance
The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on December 4, 2025, to answer to the charge.
The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.
Over 150,000 Monthly Readers! 1 Million+ Across the entire FreePress Network.
Daily Docket for all Ontario Courts
Goderich Court Zoom Link OR https://zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 640 7440 6397 Passcode: 881382
Zoom links to all Ontario courts