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    TWO CHARGED, ROAD OR TRAIL IMPAIRED IS STILL IMPAIRED

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    (SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals with impaired driving related charges over the last couple of days.

    On January 30, 2025, at approximately 9:51 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers located a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 400 North near Forbes Road in Springwater Township. After a brief discussion with the driver, the officer conducted an impaired driving investigation. A roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) was administered on the driver. As a result, Christopher MAXWELL, 38-year-old of Penetanguishene, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

    ·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

    The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

    On January 31, 2025, at approximately 11:07 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on several Motorized Snow Vehicles (MSV) at Flos Road Three East and Phelpston Road in Springwater Township. Officers engaged in an impaired operation investigation after a driver displayed signs of impairment. As a result, Gregory FLUNEY, 46-year-old of Barrie, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

    ·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

    ·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

    The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

    Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

    The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

    The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

    The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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