Drinking and driving

MAPLETON – On April 27 at about 8:30pm, Wellington County OPP officers were monitoring traffic when they stopped a vehicle on Highway 6 near Wellington Road 17.

A 32-year-old Burlington man was charged with driving with more than 80mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood in his system, dangerous driving, performing a stunt (excessive speed), speeding and possessing unmarked cigarettes. He is to appear in Guelph court on May 9.

FERGUS – On May 4 at about 5:45pm, Wellington County OPP officers were conducting a RIDE program on Scotland Street.

A 39-year-old Fergus man was charged with impaired driving and driving over 80mg. He is to appear in Guelph court on May 13.

In the above incidents the driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and the vehicle impounded for seven days.