NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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OPP respond to car in a ditch and charges driver.
On May 29, 2024, shortly after 9 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a car in a ditch near Boychuck Road and Highway 108 in the City of Elliot Lake.
The driver was located lying on the road and reported to be in and out of consciousness. The driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital via Algoma Paramedic Services. Once stable at hospital police spoke to the driver and determined alcohol had been consumed and was subsequently arrested. Police made a blood demand with the driver refusing to comply.
As a result, Brianna Crotty-Rogers, 28 years of age from North Bay was charged with: failure or refusal to comply with demand.
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on July 11, 2024.
The car was towed and impounded for seven days with the driver being issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension.
The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. If you suspect an impaired driver, don't hesitate "Make the Call". Call 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.
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