Jan DaSilva – Impaired Operation

(NORWICH, ON) – A traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver has resulted in multiple charges.

On November 20, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., members of the Oxford County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver, on Highway 59 and Potters Road in Norwich Township.

Upon locating the vehicle, officers attempted a traffic stop. The vehicle failed to stop and fled from police. Through investigation, police later located the occupant at a business in Norwich.

Jan DaSilva, 24-years-old of Cambridge, has been charged with:

·      Flight from Peace Officer

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood Drug Concentration

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on December 16, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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