(NORTH PERTH, ON) On June 22, 2023, at approximately 10:24 a.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision between two vehicles on Road 164 in the Municipality of North Perth.
The investigation indicated that an SUV crossed the centre line and collided with the front end of a tractor-trailer.
The SUV driver was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. An officer attended the hospital and was informed that the male left immediately after arrival.
On July 19, 2023, Joseph BEVAN, a 36-year-old resident of Mildmay was arrested and charged with:
– Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
– Possession of a Schedule I substance – Opioid (other than heroin)
– Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling
– Careless driving
– Possession of a Schedule III substance for the purpose of Trafficking
The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.