The Almaguin Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) located an impaired driver after tips were received from the public.
On July 28, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., officers were advised of a possible impaired driver on Highway 11 in Strong Township. Officers located the suspect pickup vehicle and conducted a traffic stop.
Matthew Harrison, 38 years-of-age, of Kearney was charged with
- Operation while impaired – alcohol
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused is scheduled to appear at the Sundridge Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.
If you suspect a driver is impaired, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.