KENORA - On July 22, at approximately 01:24 a.m., Ontario Provincial Police Kenora Detachment was advised of a possible impaired driver.
Officers located the vehicle and attempted to initiate a traffic stop, however, the vehicle failed to stop.
Officers followed the driver for a short distance but were forced to disengage when the situation became too dangerous for other road users.
A short time later, officers located the vehicle. Gene TURCOTTE, 46, of Winnipeg was arrested and charged with:
• Operation While prohibited
• Flight from a peace officer
• Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs
• Failure or refusal to comply with demand
• Resist police officer
• Dangerous operation
• Driving while under suspension
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora at a later date.
Anyone with information Members of the public who have information regarding this investigation is urged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or access their website at ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
