Christine HOWES – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – On May 8, 2025, at approximately 3:53 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports of a motor vehicle collision in a parking lot on Broadway Street in the Town of Paris.

Upon arrival, officers discovered that a vehicle had collided with several parked vehicles. During the interaction, officers observed signs of impairment. The driver completed an Approved Screening Device (ASD) test at the roadside, which resulted in a “Fail.” The individual was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Christine HOWES, 58 years old, from Brant County, has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

• Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)
• Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
• Dangerous Operation

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on May 22, 2025. Additionally, the individual’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads and reminding the public that impaired driving is never worth the risk. Whether by alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both, impaired driving continues to pose a serious threat to the safety of our communities.

If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, call 9-1-1.

To report anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure tip at www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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