Collision leads to careless driving charge

The Timmins Police Service has completed its investigation into a two-vehicle collision that occurred at the intersection of Algonquin Blvd West and Waterloo Road in Timmins on May 30th at approximately 5:15 p.m.

Neither driver sustained injury as a result of the collision.

As a result, both vehicles involved in the collision sustained damage that required that they be towed from the scene.

Based on the outcome of the investigation, an 18 year old male driver from Timmins has been charged with “Carless Driving” contrary to the Highway Traffic Act.

Timmins Police Service reminds local motorists that driving a motor vehicle requires your full attention the entire time your vehicle is set in motion.

Failing to do so jeopardizes your safety and that of other motorists and pedestrians.