Hit & Run 65 Year Old From Ailsa Craig Arrested
Source: OPP
Date: Thu Apr 10 06:08:25 MST 2025
On April 6, 2025, at 7:22 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Middlesex-London Paramedic Service were dispatched to Hedley Drive in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre for the report of a single vehicle rollover.
The driver of the vehicle fled the scene on foot prior to police arrival.
Members of the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and OPP Canine (K9) were dispatched to assist with the search and located the accused not far from the scene.
The accused was placed under arrest and transported to the Strathroy Caradoc Police Service.
As a result, Ross MCLACHLAN, a 65-year-old of Ailsa Craig, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:
· Operation while impaired alcohol
· Operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
· Fail to remain
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on June 11, 2025.
The driver was not injured.
The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.
The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.
If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.