(RED LAKE) – One individual is facing impaired charges following a traffic complaint.
On March 1, 2024, just after 7:00 a.m., members of the Red Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver on Highway 105 near Young Street in the Municipality of Red Lake. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.
Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Red Lake OPP Detachment for further testing.
As a result, Twila KAKEGAMIC, 34-years-old, of Keewaywin, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:
· Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
· Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
· Novice Driver – B.A.C. Above Zero
· Driver Fail to Surrender Licence
The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Red Lake on April 18, 2024.