(CITY OF GUELPH, ON) – A Guelph driver is charged following a traffic stop.
On January 7, 2026, at approximately 2:15 a.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting proactive traffic enforcement on Fife Road in the City of Guelph, when their cruiser’s Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) system registered a “hit” on a potential suspended driver.
As a result of the investigation, Justin SWAIN, a 43-year-old from Guelph, is charged under the Criminal Code with:
- Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on February 13, 2026.
Vehicle was impounded for 45 days, as per statute.
The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.
Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
