Members of the Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals with impaired driving-related offences.
On October 31, 2026, at approximately 3:37 p.m., officers from the Haliburton Highlands OPP Detachment responded to a fail to remain traffic collision in the Township of Minden Hills. The driver of the vehicle had left the area where the collision had occurred. Officers located the vehicle a short time later and conducted a traffic stop.
During their interaction with the driver, officers initiated an impaired driving investigation.
As a result of the investigation, Ashley Last, a 34-year-old from Minden, has been charged with the following offence:
· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
On November 1, 2026, at approximately 10:52 a.m., officers from the Haliburton Highlands OPP Detachment responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Highway 118, in the Municipality of Dysart et Al. Officers located the vehicle and spoke with the driver.
During their interaction with the driver, officers initiated an impaired driving investigation.
As a result of the investigation, Susan Lee, a 63-year-old from Algonquin Highlands, has been charged with the following offences:
· Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
All accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Minden at a later date to answer to the charges.
The accused had their driver’s licences suspended, and their respective vehicles were impounded.
The Haliburton Highlands OPP reminds motorists that alcohol and drugs can impair judgment, coordination, and reaction time. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead if they intend to consume alcohol or drugs. Options include using a designated driver, taxi, rideshare service or arranging to stay overnight. Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs can affect a person’s ability to drive safely. Impaired driving puts everyone on the road at risk.
Members of the Haliburton Highlands OPP remain committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.
Anyone who suspects that someone is driving while impaired is urged to call 9-1-1. To report non-emergency information, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
