Driving with a flat tire can sure lead you into a lot of problems as a Midland resident recently found out. A officer from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment patrolling the Golf Link Road area of Tiny Township at approximately 2:08 p.m. May 22, 2024, noticed a pick up truck driving with a flat rear tire. Upon stopping the vehicle, the officer noted another issue as to how well attached another tire was to the vehicle which lead to a further investigation into the road worthiness of the vehicle and operators drivers licence status.
As a result of this investigation the vehicle operator – Brandon Jacques 25 years of Midland was arrested and charged criminally for the offence of – Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code and further with the following Provincial offences violations.
- Driving while under suspension
- Operate unsafe vehicle
- Improperly installed tires
- Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit
- Improper tires
- Improper braking system
- Fail to have insurance card
The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on July 4, 2024 on these charges.
Educating the public about safe driving, boating and ORV practices with our community safety partners is a priority, if you see a possible impaired operator on our roadways, waterways or trails please “Make the Call” and dial 911 as impaired driving never ends well, please make a plan to get home safely.