NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged a male after a motor vehicle collision led to an impaired driving investigation.
Shortly after 8 p.m. on March 26, 2020, police were notified of a collision involving two vehicles on Coldwater Street East in the City of Orillia. It was reported that one vehicle was hit from behind while stopped at a red light. The intersection was blocked for a short time while the investigation took place.
As a result, Philip Henry, age 70, from Orillia has been charged with:
- Operation while impaired - Alcohol and drugs, contrary to Section 320.14(1)(a) of the Criminal Code
- Operation while impaired - Blood alcohol concentration (80 Plus), contrary to Section 320.14(1)(b) of the Criminal Code
The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking and is set to appear on June 02, 2020 at the Ontario Court of Justice, Orillia.
The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.
If you have any information about crime in our community please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You can submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00
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