Golf cart driver facing impaired driving charges

A golf cart driver has been charged with impaired driving in Lakeshore on Monday.

Just before 7:30 p.m., Lakeshore OPP said a man was seen on a golf cart on Caille Avenue. The officer on patrol conducted a traffic stop and said the driver was showing signs of impairment.

A 48-year-old Lakeshore man is now facing the following charges:

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
• Unlawfully drive off road vehicle on highway
• Drive off-road vehicle with no number plate
• Failure to surrender permit for off-road vehicle
• Drive off-road vehicle – no insurance

Lakeshore OPP is reminding drivers that driving golf carts in Essex County is only allowed in Lighthouse Cove in Lakeshore and Pelee Island through a pilot project. A golf cart is still considered a vehicle under the Criminal Code of Canada.