Two suspended drivers facing impaired driving charges: OPP
Posted Sep 21, 2025 02:37:34 PM.
Last Updated Sep 21, 2025 02:37:39 PM.
An Ottawa man is facing impaired driving related charges following a multi-vehicle collision on Hwy 417 near Metcalfe.
OPP say the collision occurred shortly before 11:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Police say the driver of the vehicle at fault in a multi-vehicle collision was already a two-time suspended driver under the Criminal Code.
Two individuals, including the accused, suffered minor injuries and were transported to hospital.
Thirty-nine-year-old Saad Naser is now facing the following charges:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;
- Refuse to comply with demand;
- Dangerous operation;
- Drive while prohibited – two counts; and
- Operate a motor vehicle without insurance.
The day prior, police were alerted to a 60-year-old suspended driver travelling on Hwy 417 near Maitland Avenue.
Upon speaking to the driver, OPP officers suspected he was under the influence. A roadside screening device was used and the driver was taken back to Ottawa Detachment for further testing.
Patrick Rooney is now facing the following charges:
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus);
- Driving while under suspension; and
- Drive motor vehicle, no permit.
Both drivers have had their licences suspended for 90 days and vehicles impounded for seven days.
