Peterborough County OPP – Unconscious Driver Results in Impaired Charge (Name Released)

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Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a call from EMS.

On March 28, 2025, at approximately 5:15pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a reported unconscious driver at the side of Wallace Point Road. A passerby contacted EMS and managed to get into the vehicle to check on the well being of the driver.

EMS attended the scene and began to transport the driver to a local hospital, but the driver who had regained consciousness became agitated. OPP officers met up with the ambulance and accompanied them to the hospital.

Once at the hospital, after ensuring the well being of the driver, officers spoke with the driver and an arrest was made for Impaired Driving.

Lorna DAVY (age 62) of Otonabee-South Monaghan Township, ON., was arrested and charged with;

· Operation while impaired

· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 29, 2025

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. 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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