Peterborough County OPP – Traffic Complaint Leads to Impaired Charge (Name Released)
Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after being stopped as a result of a traffic complaint.
On Sunday April 27, 2025, shortly after midnight, Peterborough County OPP Officers received a call reporting a vehicle having difficulty maintaining it’s lane. Officers located the vehicle and after observing the driving, conducted a traffic stop. Officers approached the vehicle and upon speaking with the driver, detected the odour of an alcoholic beverage coming from their breath. A demand for an Approved Screening Device (ASD) test was read. The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point the driver was arrested.
Robert EGAN (age 34) of Hastings, ON., was arrested and charged with;
· 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 May 27, 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.
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