NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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WASAGA BEACH – At 9:32 p.m. Sept. 24, 2021, a uniform OPP officer on patrol observed a traffic violation involving an E-Bike at the intersection of Golf Course Road and Klondike Road, Wasaga Beach. Upon speaking with the rider, the officer entered into a drinking and driving investigation resulting in Tyler Mitchell, 27 years old, of Wasaga Beach being charged with Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.
The accused was released from police custody on a recognizance to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie on Oct. 19, 2021.
In addition, the E-Bike was impounded for 7 days along with receiving a 90 day drivers licence suspension on the spot 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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