(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Traffic complaint of possible impaired driver from a good Samaritan, leads to multiple charges for London driver.
On July 29, 2024, at 7:38 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Richmond Street in Middlesex Centre for the report of a possible impaired driver.
Officers located the vehicle south of Elginfield Road on Richmond Street and performed a traffic stop.
The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).
As a result, Caily MCDONALD, a 36-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Highway Traffic Act and Liquor Licence Act with:
· Operation while impaired – drugs
· Obstruct Peace Officer
· Poss of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine
· Driving while under suspension
· Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on September 13, 2024.
The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.
The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.
If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.