June 4, 2023 11:09am
Saugeen Shores Police have charged a Hanover man with impaired driving after damaging an electrical box in Port Elgin on Saturday.
Police responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision in the area of Ridge Street and Catherine Street around 5 p.m. A Dodge truck had driven off the roadway and collided with an electrical box, then the driver fled on foot.
The suspect was located several blocks north on Market Street near Shantz Street. Officers say he was displaying obvious signs of intoxication and was transported to the station for further breath testing.
The 22-year-old faces charges for impaired operation, dangerous operation and failure to remain at the scene of an accident. His licence has been suspended and vehicle impounded.
Police ask if you were a witness to this incident, to contact them at 519-832-2500 to speak with an officer on duty.
