A drunk driver knocked out power to around 4,000 residents in the Lakefield area after colliding with a hydro pole early Sunday morning (September 25)
At around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, Peterborough County OPP responded to a complaint that a pickup truck on Lakefield Road had left the roadway and struck a hydro pole. The complainant also reported they observed the driver fleeing the scene on foot.
Police located the driver at a nearby grocery store and determined he was under the influence of alcohol. Daniel Kay, 26, of Wilberforce was arrested and charged with operation while impaired (blood alcohol concentration 80 plus), operation while impaired (alcohol), and fail to remain.
The accused man had his driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and his vehicle impounded for seven days. He is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on November 2.
No injuries were reported at the time of the collision. However, the area was without power for around eight hours while Hydro One crews repaired the damaged pole.
Police are reminding motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgments.
Hey Lakefield and area peeps with power out. Top half of hydro pole snapped across from The Maples in Lakefield at Seaforth Cres. 4K people out. Hydro on scene with new poles. Est fix 1 pm. Power on south of Ptbo Appliances. No pics (driving!) #Lakefield #Stoney @kawarthaNOW pic.twitter.com/xDo4b4Bn7u
— Mz Emma ???????? (@Hey_MzEmma) September 25, 2022
