Brampton Trucker Charged with Careless Driving After Forcing Vehicle Off the Road

Police have pressed charges against a 43-year-old Brampton trucker for careless driving following an incident where he allegedly ran a vehicle off the road near Thunder Bay. The occurrence took place around 4:30 p.m. on Friday (July 28) when the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a concerning report about a commercial motor vehicle on Hwy 11 near Greenstone, situated approximately 275 kilometers northeast of Thunder Bay.

According to the complaint, the driver was reportedly “interfering with oncoming traffic” and forced a vehicle off the road, nearly causing a second vehicle to veer into the ditch. Swiftly responding to the report, officers located the truck and subsequently apprehended the accused.

At this time, police have not released further information about the driver, nor have they divulged additional details about the incident.

In the wake of this incident, law enforcement authorities have issued a reminder to the public to promptly report any dangerous or impaired drivers they may encounter. If you suspect that someone is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the police urge you to call 9-1-1 immediately if it is safe to do so. Your vigilance can play a crucial role in ensuring road safety for everyone.