A Centre Hastings resident is facing multiple charges after failing to stop at a RIDE checkpoint.
Last Thursday, just after 11:00 p.m., members of the Central Hastings OPP were conducting a RIDE program on Highway 62 when they reportedly observed a vehicle approaching the RIDE location at a high rate of speed and failed to stop when directed by an officer.
The vehicle continued through the checkpoint, forcing the officer to take action to avoid being struck. An investigation led officers to a nearby residence and arrested the driver.
As a result of the investigation, John Rae, 65 years old, of Centre Hastings, has been charged with:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 Plus)
- Flight from peace officer
- Dangerous operation
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in Belleville Court December 3.
The accused has additionally received a 90-day driver’s licence suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for 14 days.
