MCINNIS – Drunk Driving

(ALLISTON, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver for driving while impaired in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On March 29, 2025, at 1:56 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP were conducting general patrols in Alliston when an officer observed a motor vehicle fail to obey a stop sign at Church Street North, and Wellington Street West, in the Town of New Tecumseth.

The officer initiated a traffic stop and upon initially speaking to the driver, he began to display signs of impairment along with slow responses to the officer’s commands. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a “Fail”.

At 2:08 a.m., the driver: James MCINNIS 30 years-old, of New Tecumseth, was arrested and charge with:  

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

In addition to the charges, the driver was issued a 90-day license suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. 

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on April 24, 2025, to answer to the charges.

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. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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