Hit & Run � 65 Year Old From Ailsa Craig Arrested

Source: OPP
Date: Thu Apr 10 06:08:25 MST 2025

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) � Driver charged with impaired after vehicle leaves road and rolls.

On April 6, 2025, at 7:22 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Middlesex-London Paramedic Service were dispatched to Hedley Drive in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre for the report of a single vehicle rollover.

The driver of the vehicle fled the scene on foot prior to police arrival.

Members of the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and OPP Canine (K9) were dispatched to assist with the search and located the accused not far from the scene.

The accused was placed under arrest and transported to the Strathroy Caradoc Police Service.

As a result, Ross MCLACHLAN, a 65-year-old of Ailsa Craig, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

� Operation while impaired � alcohol

� Operation while impaired � blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

� Fail to remain

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on June 11, 2025.

The driver was not injured.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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