The Quinte West OPP has charged a driver after they launched their vehicle into Wellers Bay.
On July 26, 2021, at approximately 10:15 a.m., Quinte West OPP responded to a report of a vehicle in the water off Barcovan Beach Road in Carrying Place.
Witnesses reported a single occupant who was sitting on the roof of the car.
Investigation revealed that the driver’s licence was suspended earlier the same day after failing a Standardized Field Sobriety Test.
The accused was subsequently arrested for impaired operation.
Harold COOPER, 53 years old of Brighton has been charged with the following offences:
- Operation while impaired
- Dangerous operation; and
- Driving while under suspension
The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on August 12, 2021.
