Brockville police arrest woman swerving in traffic, driving in wrong lane

A traffic complaint regarding erratic driving recently led to an impaired driving arrest in Brockville.

Police say that on Thursday, Dec. 19, at about 4:45 p.m., police received a 911 call regarding a possible impaired driver in the area of Pearl Street. The vehicle was said to be swerving in lanes, and at one point, driving in the direction of opposing traffic.

Officers caught up with the vehicle, and identified the driver to be a 58-year-old woman. She was arrested and taken to the Brockville Police Service for further testing, which confirmed her impairment, police say. Her driver’s licence was suspended, vehicle impounded and she was charged with operation while impaired and operation while impaired – blood alcohol over 80mg. She was released with conditions and a future court date.