(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver in Thames Centre facing Impaired driving charge after failing roadside demand.
On February 27, 2024, at 7:55 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol on Dorchester Road in Thames Centre, performed a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle.
It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol.
As a result, a 27-year-old of Dorchester, was issued a 3-day driver’s license suspension for registering an Alert on the roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD).
A secondary driver attended the scene to assist, at which time it was determined that individual had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.
As a result, Reyna HUELO PORTILLO, a 27-year-old of Dorchester, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:
· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on April 30, 2024.
The Middlesex 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.
The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.
If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.