Carolyn Verbakel – Drunk Driving

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – An individual from Tillsonburg is facing impaired driving-related charges stemming from a collision that occurred on Lisgar Avenue in the Town of Tillsonburg.

On March 5, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment were dispatched to Lisgar Avenue in the Town of Tillsonburg for a report of a single vehicle, motor vehicle collision.  

Officers attended and spoke to the lone occupant of the vehicle.

Carolyn Verbakel, 61-years-old, of the Town of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

·      Dangerous Operation

There were no reported injuries because of this collision.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on April 15, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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