Media Release for Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Calls for Service:
(November 14 at 8:00am – November 15 at 8:00am) 83
Impaired Arrest
A 37-year-old Lakefield man is facing impaired charges after an incident Monday afternoon.
At approximately 3:30pm on November 13, 2023, an officer responded to a call for service in Lakefield about a possible suspended driver. Upon arrival, the officer conducted a traffic stop in the area of Queen Street and Regent Street. During the stop, the officer noticed signs of impairment and further confirmed that the driver was suspended.
As a result of the investigation, a 37-year-old Lakefield man was arrested and charged with:
- Operation while impaired - alcohol
- Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Fail to surrender insurance card (Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act)
- Driving while under suspension (Highway Traffic Act)
The accused was also issued a seven-day vehicle impoundment.
The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on December 5, 2023.
Sandra Dueck
Corporate Communications Coordinator
Peterborough Police Service
sdueck@peterborough.ca
705-876-1122 x217