Monday, December 29, 2025

Driver Facing Impaired Charges

An individual from Meaford is facing impaired driving-related charges stemming from a traffic complaint on Highway 26, in the Municipality of Meaford.

On Monday, December 22, 2025 at approximately 6:30 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a report of a possible impaired driver on Highway 26 near Grey Road 112, in the Municipality of Meaford. The witness advised that a pickup truck was driving with its four ways on, crossed the road and struck a guard rail.

Officers were able to locate the vehicle and driver a short time later.

A 27 year old Meaford man was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation while Impaired – 80 plus
  • Adult Dangerous Operation

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on January 8, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

For more information on the consequences of drinking and driving, check out:

http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/impaired-driving.shtml.

 

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