Driver charged with dangerous driving in Limoges, Ont. on holiday Monday

Ontario Provincial Police say an officer observed a vehicle “being driven dangerously through a residential area” in Limoges, Ont. on Monday. (OPP/X)

A 43-year-old man is facing charges after police witnessed a vehicle driving dangerously in Limoges, Ont. over the weekend.

Ontario Provincial Police said shortly before 3 p.m. Monday, an officer observed a vehicle “being driven dangerously through a residential area, while children were playing.”

“The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, and the then driver fled on foot. An arrest was made a short time later,” the OPP said.

The resident of Limoges is facing charges of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code and driving while under suspension.

Police said the vehicle was also impounded for 45 days.