Huron County OPP nab impaired driver at traffic stop in Goderich

(GODERICH, ON) - The Huron County OPP has charged a Goderich resident with Impaired Driving offences, following a traffic stop in Goderich.

Just before 1 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14, officers were patrolling in the Town of Goderich when they stopped a vehicle on South Street to check the driver's sobriety. Police spoke to the driver and determined that the individual had been drinking alcohol prior to driving.

The investigating officer demanded a breath sample of the driver at the roadside, which resulted in a failure.

The driver was arrested, transported to the Sebringville OPP detachment, and provided further breath samples before a qualified Intoxilizer Breath Technician. Breath samples resulted in readings over twice the legal limit.

John SORENSEN, 61, of Goderich has been charged with:
 

• Operation while Impaired - alcohol and drugs
• Operation while Impaired - Over-80

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused's driver's licence was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

*THESE CHARGES HAVE YET TO BE PROVEN IN COURT*