KAWARTHA LAKES-A Peterborough man is facing a number of charges after allegedly running into the ditch and then continuing to drive with damaged tires.
Police say on April 18, 2020 at approximately 9:52 a.m. officers from the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP responded to a call about a potentially impaired driver operating a vehicle on Simcoe Street.
Initial information indicated that a single motor vehicle had entered a ditch near Sonya. As officers were enroute to the scene they were advised that the vehicle had exited the ditch and proceeded Northbound on Simcoe Street. It was reported that the vehicle had damaged its tires at this point and was continuing to drive erratically.
Police say the vehicle was located in the Woodville area and officers were able to arrest the driver without incident. Investigation led to the driver, Shane Walsh, 39 years of age, of Peterborough being charged with the following offences:
- Driving while under suspension, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
- Dangerous operation, contrary to the Criminal Code
- Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
- Possession of a schedule I substance – other drugs, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
The vehicle was towed from the scene to be impounded for 45 days. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay on June18, 2020.
