OPP, Ottawa police issue 57 charges during 6-hour blitz on long weekend

Officers with Ontario Provincial Police and Ottawa Police Service issued 57 charges during a six-hour traffic enforcement blitz on Friday night. (OPP/X)

Police issued 57 charges and impounded six vehicles during a traffic enforcement blitz in Ottawa at the start of the Victoria Day long weekend.

Officers with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Ottawa Police Service (OPS) conducted a combined traffic enforcement initiative between 6 p.m. and 12 a.m. on Friday as part of the OPP’s Canada Road Safety Week. The blitz included the Ottawa Police Service’s Aviation Unit.

OPP Const. Michael Fathi said police issued 57 charges during the six-hour enforcement initiative, including charges for stunt driving, impaired driving and driving under suspension.

One driver was caught going 150 km/h on Hwy. 417.

“As the summer months approach, more Ontarian’s will take to the roads to enjoy their vacation plans,” Fathi said.

“Motorists in Ontario can expect to see consistent enforcement conducted by OPP and OPS members in an effort to ensure that Ontario drivers have as safe a commute as possible. Remember, if you drink or plan to use drugs, don’t drive. Have a plan for a safe ride home.”

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