Francis TRUDELL – Impaired Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON)- Driver facing impaired charge after collision with another vehicle in Comber.

On August 7, 2025, at 10:00 p.m., members of the Lakeshore Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Gracey Sideroad and Morris Road in Comber, Municipality of Lakeshore, for the report of a fail to remain collision.

Investigation revealed a two-vehicle collision occurred and one of the involved vehicles fled the scene. Police located the vehicle and driver a short time later.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to a local OPP detachment.

As a result, Francis TRUDELL, 56-year-old of Lakeshore, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

·        Dangerous operation

·        Failure to stop after accident

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor to speak to the charges on August 22, 2025.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days as per statute.

Minor injuries were reported as a result of the collision.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads through enforcement and education.

If you see a driver who you suspect may be impaired, or who is showing disregard for local traffic laws, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our roads safer for all.

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