Peterborough County OPP – E-Bike Operator Charged With Impaired Driving

In Police Blotter

Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint regarding a possible impaired e-bike operator in the Village of Havelock at approximately 3:00pm yesterday afternoon. An officer on bicycle patrol located the e-bike on Ottawa Street and was able to conduct a traffic stop. The operator was found to be under the influence of alcohol.

Wayne WHITE (age 53) of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township, Ontario was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired-alcohol and drugs

• Operation while impaired-blood alcohol concentration-80 plus

 The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on August 26, 2021.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

Pete Fisher
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