Two motorists charged with impaired driving over the weekend

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Two motorists charged with impaired driving over the weekend

The Windsor Police Service arrested two motorists for impaired driving in separate incidents over the weekend.

Shortly after 9 p.m. on November 24, 2024, officers were dispatched to the intersection of George Avenue and St. Julien Avenue in Windsor following reports of a suspected impaired driver. Upon arrival, officers located a female driver in a black SUV who had fallen asleep at the wheel with her foot on the brake. Two young children, aged three years and nine months, were secured in the back seat. 

The 31-year-old female motorist was arrested and charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle and exceeding the legal blood alcohol concentration. Her breath test registered over three times the legal limit of alcohol. 

On November 23, 2024, just after 6:30 p.m., police responded to a three-vehicle collision at the intersection of Alma Street and Balaclava Street in Amherstburg. Officers determined that a 30-year-old motorist struck a parked vehicle, causing a chain reaction that involved a third vehicle.

The female motorist was found to be impaired, with her blood alcohol concentration twice the legal limit. She was arrested and charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle and exceeding the legal blood alcohol concentration.

There were no physical injuries reported in either incident.

As we approach the holiday season, the Windsor Police Service reminds motorists to prioritize road safety by planning ahead and making the choice to not drive impaired.

Last week, we launched our annual Festive R.I.D.E. Campaign to keep our streets safe during the holiday season. From now until January 1, 2025, residents will see an increased police presence across Windsor and Amherstburg. #FestiveRIDE