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Vehicle hits ditch, fence. Driver charged

The driver was charged with careless driving
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NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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JOHNSON TOWNSHIP – On May 1, 2020 at approximately 1:06 p.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single vehicle motor vehicle collision on Highway 17 near Cora Drive within Johnson Township.  

Investigation determined, a vehicle was travelling westbound on Highway 17, struck the shoulder, crossed the highway, entered the ditch and struck a fence.   

The 37-year-old driver from Sault Ste .Marie was issued a provincial offence notice and charged with:

  • Careless Driving, contrary to section 130(1) of the Highway Traffic Act.

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