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Driver charged after vehicle strikes tree near Addison

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A Frankville resident is facing impaired charges after a vehicle struck a tree near Addison.

Leeds OPP say officers responded to a single-vehicle collision on a trail near County Road 29 shortly before 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6.

Police say the vehicle struck a tree and the lone driver sustained minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Sarah L. Doucet, 26, of Frankville, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Obstruct peace officer

Charges have not been proven in court.

The accused received a 90-day driver’s licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

Doucet was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on Friday, July 17.

Anyone who witnesses dangerous or erratic driving is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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