Obstructed Plate Leads To Impaired Charge

(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 December 22, 2024, just before 4:00 a.m., a Nottawasaga OPP officer was conducting general patrols on 8^th Avenue, when the officer observed a passenger vehicle with an obstructed plate.

The officer conducted a traffic stop and as of a result of the investigation,

Omar Michael 30 years-old, of Alliston, was charge with:  

• Adult Operation while Impaired- alcohol and drugs

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

• Obstruct plate

• Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

• Fail to surrender insurance card

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 January 16, 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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