(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Traffic stop leads to arrest of impaired driver and a quantity of illicit drugs.
On June 27, 2024, at 3:42 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol on Marion Street in Thames Centre, observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed.
A traffic stop was initiated.
The driver was placed under arrest.
A search of the vehicle resulted in 262 grams of illicit drugs, suspected to be cocaine.
The individual was transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where tests were completed by a qualified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).
As a result, Brock NIELSEN, a 43-year-old of Dorchester, has been charged under the Criminal Code, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Highway Traffic Act with:
· Operation while impaired – drugs
· Resist Peace Officer
· Failure to comply with undertaking
· Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
· Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
· Driving while under suspension
The accused was held for bail.
The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or 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.
