Peterborough County OPP – Single Vehicle Collision Leads to Impaired Driving Charges
A report of a single vehicle collision resulted in impaired charges.
Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on County Road 48 in Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township after a call was received at approximately 1:30am on October 12, 2023. The vehicle appeared to have gone through an intersection leaving the roadway and coming to rest after striking a tree. Upon arrival, officers found the driver to be under the influence of alcohol. The driver was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Maria DIAZ TORRES (age 45) of Havelock, was arrested and charged with:
· Operation while impaired-alcohol
· 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 October 14, 2023.
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.
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