(SOUTHWOLD, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County Detachment has charged an individual following a traffic stop.
On February 25, 2024, at approximately 2:30 a.m., a member of the Elgin County OPP stopped a passenger vehicle on Iona Road near Thomson Line, Township of Southwold for travelling more than 45 Km/h over the speed limit.
While speaking to the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication. The driver was taken into custody without incident and transported to detachment for further testing.
As a result of the investigation, James DREWITT, a 31-year-old of Iona Station was charged with:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
- Fail to surrender insurance card
A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.
The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on March 26, 2024.
The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.