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Two Drivers Charged With Impaired Over The Weekend In Kawartha Lakes

KAWARTHA LAKES-A 35-year-old Selwyn Township man is facing charges after the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP responded to a traffic complaint near Fowlers Corners over the weekend.

Lawrence Titus was charged with operation while impaired-alcohol and drugs, failure or refusal to comply with demand and dangerous operation.

In addition to the charges, the driver received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days

Another traffic complaint over the weekend in Fenelon Falls lead to an investigation where the 17-year-old youth driver was arrested and charged with Impaired Driving offences and additional charges.

·      YPC Operation while impaired-blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

·      Novice driver- B.A.C above zero

·      Young driver- B.A.C above zero

·      Drive motor-vehicle-perform stunt

In addition to the charges, the drivers received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 14 days

“Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Arrive alive, drive sober.” said police.

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