NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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TINY TWP — An OPP cruiser from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police was struck from behind while the officer was out of the vehicle investigating a single vehicle crash on Simcoe County Road 6 between Concession Roads 6 and 8 in Tiny Township. At approximately 10:13 a.m. Jan. 6, 2022 a vehicle with two occupants on Simcoe County Road 6 struck the unattended cruiser causing damage to both vehicles.
A investigation into this crash was commenced resulting in the driver Jacob BUTLER 33 years of Midland being charged with the following Provincial Offences Act charges.
- Careless driving
- Drive motor vehicle while suspended
- Use unauthorized plates (two counts)
- Fail to register plates
Contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
And further
- Drive motor vehicle without insurance
Contrary to the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
The accused was released to appear before the Ontario Provincial Offences Court at a future date.
The passenger in the vehicle Paul Baskerville 33 years of Midland was also charged with Fail to Comply with Probation Order contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.
The accused was released from police custody on a recognizance to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on Feb. 17, 2022 on this charge.
The involved vehicle has been towed and impounded for 45 days as per the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.
Educating the public about safe driving practices with our community safety partners is a priority, if you see a possible impaired driver or operator please "Make the Call" and dial 911 and help prevent a crash. If you are heading out on the town, please make a plan to get home safely.
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