A southwestern Ontario man's facing multiple charges after failing to stop for a RIDE check in Chapleau.
Superior East Ontario Provincial Police say they were conducting the RIDE spot check with the Nishnawbe-Aski Police Service at the intersection of Monk Street and Pine Street around 11:05 Friday night when a vehicle was observed swerving into the oncoming lane as it was approaching them, but failed to stop as directed - officers followed the vehicle to a motel, where the driver and passenger fled on foot inside, though the driver was arrested after a short foot chase and struggle.
The 27-year-old from St. Clair Township has been charged with operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), resist peace officer, and drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available.
He's been released with a future Chapleau court date, though he's also been issued a 90-day Administrative Driver's Licence Suspension and his vehicle's been impounded for seven days.