(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested for impaired operation at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check.
On March 30, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE check at the intersection of Lee Valley Road and Barber Street in Espanola. A vehicle came through the RIDE, and an investigation was initiated. As a result, the driver was arrested for impaired operation.
The driver, Robert WEAVER, 30-years-old from Webbwood, was charged with operation while impaired – drugs.
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on May 5, 2025.
The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.
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