FROM: Corporate Communications
DATE: August 19, 2025
TAKING IMPAIRED DRIVERS OFF OUR ROADWAYS
(BRADFORD/INNISFIL, ON) – On August 16, 2025, at approximately 8:10 p.m., South Simcoe Police received multiple reports of a possible impaired driver on Yonge Street and Line 11 in Bradford West Gwillimbury. South Simcoe Police were able to locate the vehicle described as a black Ford Bronco travelling on Dissette Street. At approximately 8:20 p.m., Police initiated a vehicle stop at Bridge Street and Highway 11 and subsequently detected the odour of alcohol on the driver’s breath. As a result of this investigation, a 43-year-old male from Toronto was arrested and charged with:
Criminal Code charges:
– Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs – C.C. Section 320.14(1)(a)
– Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration – C.C. Section 320.14(1)(b)
The accused driver’s licence has been suspended, and his vehicle impounded. He is scheduled to appear in court on September 11, 2025.
In a separate incident, on Sunday, August 17, at approximately 1:30 a.m., while conducting RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) on Innisfil Beach Road in the Town of Innisfil, South Simcoe Police stopped a grey BMW. During the stop, the investigating officer detected a strong odour of alcohol on the driver’s breath. The driver refused to provide breath samples, and as a result of the investigation, a 39-year-old male from Woodbridge was arrested and charged with:
Criminal Code charges:
– Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs – C.C. Section 320.14(1)(a)
– Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand – C.C. Section 320.15(1)
The accused driver’s licence has been suspended, and his vehicle impounded. He is scheduled to appear in court on September 4, 2025.
South Simcoe Police continue to respond to impaired driving incidents in our communities. These dangerous and preventable choices put lives at risk! South Simcoe Police urge everyone to make responsible choices. Do not drive if you have consumed alcohol, cannabis, or other impairing drugs – including those prescribed for medical purposes and be sure to plan ahead to ensure you have a safe ride to and from your destination.
Road safety is a shared responsibility, and we all have a role to play in protecting our communities.
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