Wilfred LOWE Facing Numerous Charges

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Traffic complaint leads to multiple charges.

On February 28, 2025, at 11:52 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, for the report of a traffic complaint.

Officers located the vehicle stuck in a snowbank on Iroquois Road.

The driver of the vehicle was placed under arrest.

As a result, Wilfred LOWE, a 32-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Liquor Licence Control Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Failure to comply with undertaking

·      Drive motor vehicle – no licence

·      Use plate not authorized for vehicle

·      Poss of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine

·      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused was held for bail.

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. 

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