(ESPANOLA, ON)  - A driver is facing charges after police received a traffic complaint on Highway 17.

On Saturday, October 4, 2025, at approximately 11:30 am, the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint reporting a possible impaired driver on Highway 17 in the Baldwin Township. Police located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. As a result of further investigation, police determined that the driver was a suspended driver.

The driver, a 42-year-old from Webbwood, was charged with:

• Driving while under suspension
• Driving while suspended under HTA sec 41/42
• Improper Tires

The accused received a Summons to appear in court and a 45-day vehicle impound.