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Drunk G1 driver causes mayhem on Empire Street

After colliding with eight cars, multiple fences, trees, shrubs and a fire hydrant, an 18-year old is facing a littany of charges.

His pickup truck was seen travelling at high speeds down a sidewalk on Empire Street Monday night. He came to a stop after colliding with a snowbank and a sign.

He is charged with the following:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt
  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop (three counts)
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Driver fail to surrender licence
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle
  • Person under 19 years – possess cannabis
  • Fail to notify change of address
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
  • Class G1 license holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver

He has been released from custody with a future court date.

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12:39 pm, May 23, 2026
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