Grenville OPP arrest drunk driver on Hwy. 416

dark car with marks on the side — OPP say the car in this photo was damaged after hitting a guardrail because the driver was impaired. (@OPP_ER/X)

Posted Feb 11, 2024 09:01:35 AM.

Last Updated Feb 11, 2024 09:03:58 AM.

Provincial police have arrested another impaired driver on Highway 416 south of the capital, the third in four shifts according to an OPP officer.

OPP said that they received a call just after 1 a.m. on Sunday about a driver that reportedly hit a guardrail and continued driving.

Police said they located and pulled the driver over.

The accused was charged with impaired driving, failing to provide a sample, dangerous operation of a vehicle and failing to remain.

Police have not released the suspect’s name.

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