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Man faces multiple charges after driving vehicle into lake: OPP

The 24-year-old allegedly drove his vehicle into Lake Simcoe near Kitchener Park; He and passenger were able to get out of the frigid water
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NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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Members of the Orillia detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged the driver of a vehicle which was driven into the lake.

On Dec. 11, 2021, just after 5 p.m., officers were notified that a vehicle had entered the north end of Lake Simcoe with two occupants. Upon arrival, officers located both occupants of the vehicle on shore. An investigation revealed that the driver was impaired and was subsequently charged.  

As a result, Mackinnon Crossman, age 24, of Georgetown, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Causing a disturbance
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear on Jan. 11, 2021, at the Ontario Court of Justice, Orillia.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia, 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 report minor occurrences online by visiting www.opp.ca/reporting

You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have information on any 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.

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