Alleged drunk driver flees scene of crash: London police
Alleged drunk driver flees scene of crash: London police
(Source: London Police Service)
A man from St. Thomas, Ont. is facing several charges after he allegedly crashed his car into a streetlight while intoxicated, London police said.
According to a press release from the London Police Service, at approximately 3:45 a.m. on Friday, a man was driving southbound on Wellington Road near South Street when his vehicle struck a concrete median in the middle of the street.
The man then continued driving and then struck a street light on the west side of Wellington Street.
Police said the man then exited the car and fled the scene on foot. A witness contacted police and provided a description of the adult driver, including the location where he was last seen.
A suspect was later arrested by police in the area of Baseline Road West and Ridout Street.
As a result of the investigation, a 48-year-old man from St. Thomas has been charged with the following offences:
Impaired operation of a conveyance
Impaired exceed blood alcohol concentration
Fail to remain
Police said the total cost of damages is approximately $7,000.
No injuries were reported.
The accused is scheduled to appear in London court on Jan. 17, 2023 in relation to the charges.
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(Source: London Police Service)
