(ST CLAIR TOWNSHIP, ON) – Sarnia driver facing multiple charges as a result of a traffic stop for speeding.
On April 19, 2024, at 11:53 a.m., a Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) member, while on general patrol on 40 Highway in St Clair Township, observed a vehicle travelling above the posted 80 km/h posted speed limit.
A traffic stop was initiated.
It was determined the driver was suspended.
Further investigation revealed the driver was breaching conditions of release, at which time they were placed under arrest without incident.
As a result, Brian HELWIG, a 41-year-old of Sarnia, has been charged under Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:
- Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
- Driving while under suspension (two counts)
- Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit
- Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on May 27, 2024, to speak to the charges.
The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.
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