More Impaired Drivers

Source: OPP
Date: Wed Dec 4 07:07:13 MST 2024

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) � The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals with impaired driving related charges in one night.

On November 30, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to multiple traffic complaints of a possible impaired driver in the area of River Road West in Wasaga Beach. Officers located the vehicle on Fernbrook Drive and conducted a traffic stop. After noticing an odour of alcohol, officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Armin BALOG, 29-year-old of North York, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

� Adult Operation while Impaired � Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

� Adult Operation while Impaired � Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

On December 1, 2024, at approximately 3:15 a.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver in the area of Bayfield Street in Barrie. Officers were able to locate the vehicle and engaged in an impaired operation investigation. Officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Alberto CARRION ALVAREZ, 31-year-old of Barrie, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

� Adult Operation while Impaired � Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

� Adult Operation while Impaired � Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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