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Published October 8, 2025

OPP traffic enforcement in the Midland area nabs drivers for a variety of offences

OPP traffic enforcement in the Midland area nabs drivers for a variety of offences
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A lengthy list of offences recorded by Southern Georgian Bay OPP during recent traffic enforcement in the Midland area.

Police say the effort resulted in over 35 vehicle stops, with drivers receiving a combination of warnings and provincial offences act notices.

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Traffic stops and patrols took place across the coverage area, including community safety zones and intersections:

  • Highway 12
  • Eighth and Victoria Streets
  • Montreal and Eighth Streets
  • William Street
  • Dominion Avenue
  • Old Penetanguishene Road
  • Hugel Avenue
  • Galloway Boulevard
  • Wilson and Marshall Roads
  • County Road 93

The range of violations encountered by police included speeding, failure to stop for stop signs, failure to obey traffic lights, and insurance and driver's licence issues.

Police say they continue to focus on reducing serious collisions by targeting the "Big Four" traffic-related offences:

  • impaired driving
  • distracted driving
  • speeding
  • seatbelt use

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