​South Bruce OPP report impaired driver; and snowmobile incidents

BAD START TO NEW YEAR FOR MOTORIST

(BROCKTON, ON) - Jan. 1, at 3:29 a.m., a member of the South Bruce OPP stopped to check a vehicle along Highway 9 in the Municipality of Brockton.

The vehicle had slid off the travelled portion of the roadway, entering a snowbank and nearly striking a road sign. The investigating officer spoke with the driver and detected signs of impairment. The driver was taken into custody and transported for further testing.

Jaydon BELLEAU, 25, of Windsor, was charged with Operation while impaired - B.A.C. 80-plus, CC 320.14(1)(b).

The accused is set to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, Walkerton, Feb. 11, to answer to the charge.

*THIS CHARGE HAS YET TO BE PROVEN IN COURT*


 

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BE SAFE ON YOUR SLED

(SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) - Over this past weekend, the South Bruce OPP responded to two separate incidents involving snowmobiles.

Jan. 3, at approximately 10 p.m., police received the report of a snowmobile that went through the ice in a waterway near Kinlough. The occupant was, thankfully, uninjured.

Jan. 4, at approximately 12:50 p.m., a 17-year-old was ejected from a snowmobile on a trail near Ripley. The teenager was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. The operator was later charged with:
 

• Drive - no insurance, MSVA 12(1)
• Drive motorized snow vehicle, trail permit not issued, MSVA 2.1(1)

With the heavy snowfall in the Bruce County area, it's shaping up to be a great year for snowmobiling; however, there are risks associated. Before you head out, be reminded of the following:
 

• No ice is safe ice
• Obey the speed limits for trails and roadways, and adjust speed to the weather and conditions
• Always wear a helmet
• Don't ride a machine that you're not comfortable operating
• Ride on the right side of the trail
• Stay on the trails and use proper care and control
• Come to a complete stop before entering any roadway; exercise caution before crossing
• Obey signs and signals
• Never ride on private property without permission
• Do not leave children or young riders unsupervised
• Check the weather and trail conditions before departing
• Regularly inspect your snowmobile
• Pack a first-aid and survival kit
• Dress appropriately for the conditions
• Check trail status before entering

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.