(GRAND BEND, ON) – A resident of South Huron is facing multiple charges following a traffic stop in Grand Bend.
On March 6, 2026, at approximately 10:30 a.m., members of the Lambton County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a possible impaired driver on Main Street in Grand Bend.
As a result of the investigation, Mitchell HARRIS, a 37-year-old of South Huron, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
- Fail to comply with Probation Order (two counts)
- Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code (seven counts)
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl (two counts)
- Possession of a Schedule I for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine
- Drive while under suspension
A 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.
The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody. They are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on March 12, 2026, in the City of Sarnia.
Lambton OPP would like to thank the member of the public who promptly reported the traffic complaint. Their vigilance helps us keep our roads safe from impaired drivers. If you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.