Dustin MCNAUGHTON – Was Arrested

(SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX, ON) – Driver charged with impaired as a result of OPP RIDE Program.

On October 12, 2025, at 10:00 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Hagerty Road in the Municipality of Southwest Middlesex.  

A vehicle attempted to elude the RIDE program at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

As a result, Dustin MCNAUGHTON, a 20-year-old of Southwest Middlesex, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Dangerous operation

·      Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt

·      Drive without proper headlights – motor vehicle

·      Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle

·      Fail to notify change of address – licence

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on November 19, 2025, to speak to the charges.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anytime, 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.   

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