COLLINGWOOD OPP CHARGE FOUR DRIVERS WITH IMPAIRED DRIVING
(Collingwood, ON) – Members of the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged four motorists with impaired driving following separate incidents in the Town of Collingwood.
On October 15, 2026, at approximately 2:30 p.m., officers responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Pretty River Parkway and Ronnel Crescent. While on scene, officers initiated an impaired driving investigation.
As a result, Marjory LEONARD, 72 years of age, of Collingwood, was charged with:
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
On October 16, 2026, at approximately 6:00 p.m., officers responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Hurontario Street and First Street. While on scene, officers initiated an impaired driving investigation.
As a result, Paul KAY, 58 years of age, of Collingwood, was charged with:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Operation while prohibited
On October 18, 2026, at approximately 2:30 a.m., officers conducted a proactive traffic stop in the area of First Street and Maple Street. During the traffic stop, officers formed grounds to initiate an impaired driving investigation.
As a result, Dwight MIGHTON, 34 years of age, of New York, was charged with:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Later that same day, at approximately 6:00 a.m., officers responded to a single-vehicle collision in the area of Highway 26 and Fairgrounds Road. While conducting a wellness check on the driver, officers formed grounds to initiate an impaired driving investigation.
As a result, Sagar PAREKH, 30 years of age, of Stayner, was charged with:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Careless Driving
The accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.
In addition to the charges, each driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.
The Collingwood and The Blue Mountains OPP remains committed to keeping local roads and communities safe through proactive enforcement and strong community partnerships.
If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Anyone with information regarding unlawful activity is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.
