Norma-Jean ROBINSON – Drunk Driving

Source: OPP
Date: Wed Apr 9 03:38:46 MST 2025

(MIDLAND, ON) – An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on patrol on King Street, downtown Midland witnessed a vehicle crash into a roadside fire hydrant at approximately 1:20 p.m. April 4, 2025.

The officer began an investigation into the crash which led to an impaired driving investigation of the lone occupant.

As a result of the investigation, Norma-Jean ROBINSON 57-years of Penetanguishene has been charged criminally with the following offences.

Operation while impaired – alcohol
Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on the April 17, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

RIDE spot checks are conducted throughout the year, 24/7 by the OPP who remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File # E250405902