A Barrie woman is facing multiple criminal charges after her alleged impairment led to a single-vehicle collision on Wednesday evening while her child was a passenger.
Around 6:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to an area on North Village Way (within Park Place) after reports of a suspected impaired driver that struck multiple bollards near an indoor play facility.
Police say witnesses told them the vehicle nearly penetrated the business' main entrance.
At the time of the crash, the driver's five-year-old child was inside the vehicle. The woman tried to flee the scene, but the car stopped nearby due to significant damage
Upon arrival, officers investigated the woman for impaired driving. Her breath samples showed her blood alcohol content was three times over the legal limit.
The 42-year-old woman is facing impaired operation, impaired operation over the legal limit, and dangerous operation charges. She was released and has a future court date.
Meanwhile, the child was picked up by a family member at the scene. No injuries were reported.
"Impaired driving continues to pose a significant risk to the community," Barrie Police stated in a release. "Choosing to drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs not only endangers the driver, but also passengers and others on the road."
