Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle that was driving erratically on Buckhorn Road at approximately 1:15 a.m. on August 6, 2022. The driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol.
Kristy FAWCETT (age 36) of Selwyn Township, was arrested and charged with:
• Operation while impaired-blood alcohol concentration-80 plus
The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on September 14, 2022.
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.
To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.
Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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