The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand Detachment reported a busy weekend, arresting three individuals for impaired driving. The arrests took place during routine patrols aimed at maintaining road safety in the region.

The first incident occurred on September 27, 2025, at approximately 2:10 a.m. Officers observed a vehicle on Highway 6 near Hagersville that raised their suspicions. When police attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the driver failed to comply and continued on. Eventually, the vehicle was brought to a halt, and the driver was taken into custody.

The driver, identified as 42-year-old Thomas Maracle from Hagersville, faces multiple charges, including:

• Operation While Impaired - Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

• Drive Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor

• Fail to Stop for Police

• Class G1 Licence Holder - Unaccompanied by Qualified Driver

Maracle is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on October 14, 2025.

Later that same day, at approximately 11:25 p.m., OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on Mackenzie Road near Caledonia for a traffic violation. The driver was arrested after showing signs of impairment.

This driver, 40-year-old Darryl Koning from Caledonia, has been charged with Operation While Impaired - Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus). His court appearance is also forthcoming.

These incidents serve as a reminder of the ongoing issue of impaired driving in Ontario, as the OPP continues to enforce laws aimed at keeping roads safe. With the holiday season approaching, authorities are expected to ramp up efforts to deter impaired driving and ensure public safety.

The OPP encourages the public to report any suspected impaired drivers and reminds everyone to plan ahead for safe transportation options. Road safety is a shared responsibility, and community vigilance is crucial in combating impaired driving.