A man has been arrested in Whitby, Ontario for allegedly driving while impaired with two children in the vehicle.
According to police, the incident occurred on Sunday evening when officers received a call about a possible impaired driver in the area of Thickson Road and Winchester Road East.
Upon arrival, officers found a vehicle matching the description and conducted a traffic stop. The driver, a 35-year-old man, was arrested and charged with impaired driving and driving with a blood alcohol concentration over the legal limit.
Police also discovered that there were two children, aged 5 and 7, in the vehicle at the time of the incident. The children were unharmed and have been safely returned to their mother.
The man, whose identity has not been released, is scheduled to appear in court on a later date.
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of driving while impaired, especially with children in the vehicle. It is important for all drivers to make responsible decisions and never get behind the wheel while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Durham Regional Police or Crime Stoppers.
