NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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SPRINGWATER TWP. - On April 8, 2020 at approximately 9:25 p.m., a member of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting proactive patrols on County Road 27 in Springwater Township and located a vehicle that was driving erratically and over 50 km/h above the speed limit. The officer stopped the vehicle and spoke with the driver, and found him to be under the influence of alcohol.
As a result of the investigation, Yuriy Nakhodkin, 42 years of age of Vaughan, Ont., was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:
• CC 129(a) - Obstruct peace officer
• CC 320.14(1)(a) - Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs
• CC 320.14(1)(b) - Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused was also charged with race a motor vehicle, contrary to Section 172(1) of the Highway Traffic Act (HTA).
The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on May 5, 2020.
The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.
The Huronia West OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, please visit Crime Stoppers or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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