On September 3, 2023, at approximately 9:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a motor vehicle collision on Richard’s Street, St. Joseph’s Township .
A small green car was travelling southbound on Richard’s Street and lost control, ran off the road, and rolled onto the roof. Police attended the scene a short time later and identified the driver. The vehicle sustained moderate damage, however the driver was not injured. Police could detect a strong odour of alcoholic beverage from their breath as well as exhibiting signs of impairment. Subsequently, the driver was arrested and the vehicle was towed and impounded.
Nicholas LAUFMAN, 27-years-old, from Stoney Creek was charged with:
- Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs
- Operation while Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Owner operate motor vehicle on a highway – no insurance
- Having care and control of a motor vehicle while liquor readily available (two counts)
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on October 5, 2023.
