47-Year-Old Peterborough Man Facing Impaired Driving Charge After Traffic Stop

A 47-year-old man is facing an impaired driving charge after Peterborough Police conducted a traffic stop Monday night.

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At approximately 11:55 p.m. on Jan. 19, an officer on general patrol in the Sherbrooke Street and Clonsilla Avenue area spotted a vehicle speeding despite the snowy conditions. The officer conducted a traffic stop in the Sherbrooke Street and Goodfellow Road area. During the stop, the officer noticed signs of impairment with the driver.

As a result of the investigation, a 47-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs

  • Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

  • Entire plate not plainly visible (Highway Traffic Act) (Plate Cover)

The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension and seven-day vehicle impoundment. 

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court Feb. 24.

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