Courtney SHAWNOO Was Arrested

(ST. CLAIR TOWNSHIP, ON) – An individual is facing numerous charges following a two-vehicle collision in St. Clair Township.

On December 21, 2025, at approximately 1:40 a.m., members of Lambton County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision at the intersection of Brigden Road and Plank Road in St. Clair Township.

Both drivers were transported to a hospital by Lambton County Emergency Medical Services with non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Courtney SHAWNOO, 43-year-old of Plympton-Wyoming was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

• Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs
• Dangerous Operation causing bodily harm
• Driving while under suspension (four counts)

A 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was held pending a bail hearing, subsequently released, and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 28, 2026, in Sarnia.

The safety of our community is paramount, and Lambton OPP will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep roads safe. If you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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