3 days ago
Locals help police stop two allegedly impaired drivers in Muskoka
Provincial police report that two allegedly impaired drivers were arrested and charged in the Bracebridge area over the past week thanks to tips from the public.
According to Bracebridge OPP, the first incident happened last Friday at around 3 p.m., when officers received concerning reports from a southbound driver on Highway 11 about the behaviour of another vehicle.
Police say officers later caught the suspect vehicle and arrested the driver. The 34-year-old Barrie woman was charged with operation while impaired, operation with a blood alcohol concentration exceeding 80 milligrams per 100 millilitres (over 80), and operation while prohibited.
The next day at around 7 p.m., Bracebridge OPP reports that they received another complaint from a Highway 11 driver, this time, one who was heading north.
Police say officers found and stopped a suspect vehicle shortly thereafter while it was travelling south on Highway 11.
The driver, a 38-year-old Bracebridge woman, was arrested and charged with operation while impaired, over 80, and dangerous driving.
Both accused drivers are scheduled for Bracebridge court dates in June to answer to their charges.
'Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor impacting the safety of Muskoka roads,' stated a Bracebridge OPP media officer in a news release. 'If you are concerned that someone is driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, please call 911 to notify police.'
