NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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Samuel Maclean, 19 years, of Burlington was operating his Audi well above the 50 km/hr speed zone on Sandy Coast Circle, Wasaga Beach at 2:29 a.m. Sept. 26, 2021 when the vehicle was spotted by a uniform officer of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). The officer using investigative skills and perseverance was able to locate and speak with the driver who had fled the scene and entered into a drinking and driving investigation.
The resulting investigation of the driver and vehicle has lead up to the following charges being issued by the investigating officer
- Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs
- Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Flight from peace officer
Contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada
- Race a motor vehicle-Stunt
- Novice driver - B.A.C. above zero
Contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
- Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
Contrary to the Liquor Licence Act
The accused was released from police custody on a recognizance to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on Nov. 2, 2021.
In addition, the Audi was impounded for seven days along with receiving an instant 90 day driver's licence suspension as per the conditions set out in the Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS).
Educating the public about safe driving practices with our community safety partners is a priority, if you see a possible impaired driver or operator please "Make the Call" and dial 911 and help prevent a crash.
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