An out-of-province truck driver has been charged with impaired driving after a traffic stop earlier this week on Highway 11.
According to a news release from Almaguin Highlands OPP, officers observed a tractor-trailer on Highway 11 in Strong Township at about 10:45 p.m., Wednesday, driving with no rear lights activated.
Officers conducted a traffic stop on the commercial vehicle.
As a result of the investigation, Simon Golom, 39, of Winnipeg, has been charged with:
- Operation while impaired - alcohol
- Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Drive without proper rear light - commercial motor vehicle
- No mudguards - commercial motor vehicle
The accused is scheduled to appear at the Sundridge Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.
None of the allegations have been tested in court.
