The Orillia OPP arrested and charged two male and two female drivers with impaired operation and driving related charges.
Between May 30, 2023, and June 1, 2023, officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were dispatched to multiple traffic complaints and conducted regular traffic patrols within the City of Orillia and surrounding townships. Members of the community called the provinces emergency service numbers to report high speed drivers and erratic driving on the province’s highways and the area’s roadways. As a result, 14 charges were laid over the two days by responding officers. Two males and two female drivers were arrested and charged. Four vehicles were impounded, and the drivers’ licences were suspended.
As a result, Melanie Armstrong, 22 years old, of Wasaga Beach, has been charged with:
- Operation while impaired- alcohol
- Operation while impaired – 80 plus
- Drive motor vehicle – no licence
- Having care or control of motor vehicle with open container of liquor
- Speeding 1-49 km/h over posted limit
Braden Cameron, 32 years old, of Toronto, has been charged with:
- Operation while impaired- alcohol
- Operation while impaired – 80 plus
Carole Parker, 58 years old, of Gracefield, Quebec, has been charged with:
- Operation while impaired- alcohol
- Operation while impaired – 80 plus
- Drive motor vehicle – no licence
And, Travis Pigeau, 44 years old, of Orillia, has been charged with:
- Operation while impaired- alcohol
- Operation while impaired – 80 plus
- Drive motor vehicle – while under suspension
- Drive – hand-held communication device.
Motorists are asked to prioritize safety on our roads by slowing down, driving safely, cautiously, and never drive impaired.
Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.