(LEAMINGTON, ON) – On February 27, 2024, at 01:52 p.m., members of the Leamington Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting R.I.D.E. along Erie Street South in Leamington.
A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. and the driver was exhibiting signs of impairment. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) testing.
As a result, Nicole GUERARD, 43-years-old, from Harrow was charged with:
· Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs S.320.14(1)(a) CC
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on March 13, 2024, to answer to the charges.
An impaired driving charge includes an immediate 90-day driver’s license suspension and an immediate 7-day vehicle impoundment.
The Essex County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.