The Huntsville OPP responded to 258 calls for service from Monday October 31, 2022, to Sunday November 06, 2022.
Traffic complaints and enforcement:
Ninety-eight investigations were conducted by detachment members during this time frame.
R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere)
Twelve, R.I.D.E lanes were set up by detachment members on area roadways during this time frame.
Impaired Investigations:
On November 5, 2022, Huntsville OPP responded to a call of a car travelling in the northbound lanes of Highway 11 being driven erratically. The car was located by OPP going northbound on Highway 11 and stopped in the vicinity of Highway 60 in the town of Huntsville. As a result of the investigation, Victor Betts (72 years of age) of Emsdale, Ontario was charged with the following:
– Operation of a motor vehicle with over 80 mgs of alcohol in his blood
– Operation of a motor vehicle while impaired
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear on December 20, 2022, in the Ontario Court of Justice, Muskoka.
Motor Vehicle Collisions:
Ten motor vehicle collisions were investigated during this time frame. Please reduce your risk of being involved in a collision by following the rules of the road, and drive according to conditions i.e.: construction, weather, volume of traffic.
Domestic Violence Investigations:
Detachment members investigated 2 domestic disputes during this time frame. Charges were laid in relation to 1 of these 2 investigations.
One accused has been charged with the following:
– Assault contrary
– Mischief to property
The accused is scheduled to appear on December 13, 2022, in the Ontario Court of Justice, Muskoka.
Reporting information to Police:
Anyone with information, dash camera, or home security video footage involving any incident is asked to contact Huntsville OPP Detachment at (705) 789-5551 or the OPP Provincial Communication Centre at 1-888-310-1122.
You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers of Simcoe Dufferin Muskoka at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, you never have to testify, and you could receive a cash reward of up to $2,000 upon arrest.
SAFE WINTER DRIVING
Huntsville OPP would like to pass on some safe winter driving tips.
Prepare yourself for safe winter driving by planning your trip before starting out. Visit the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario website for road conditions at Ontario 511. Dress for winter even though you will be in the car. Carry a cell phone to contact emergency services if you experience trouble. Carry a survival kit in your vehicle. Recommended items include a shovel, blanket, booster cables, flashlight, high energy foods, matches and a candle.
Make sure your heater and defroster are working properly, check all lights including hazards to ensure they are working. Clear your car of all snow and ice, fill up windshield washer fluid if needed, and keep your fuel tank at least half full.
In bad weather if you do not need to travel stay at home. If you do need to drive, please adjust your driving accordingly. Allow extra time travelling to and from destinations and slow down. Leave ample space between yourself and the car in front of you. If you experience trouble, if possible, park your vehicle well off the roadway and stay in vehicle until help has arrived.