NEWS RELEASE WELLINGTON COUNTY OPP
(PUSLINCH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit charge Puslinch resident under the Highway Traffic Act.
On May 7, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit were conducting proactive traffic enforcement and initiated a traffic stop on a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on Watson Road South within Puslinch Township.
As a result of the investigation, a 39-year-old from Puslinch is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:
- Drive commercial motor vehicle with a major defect in it or in drawn vehicle
- Drive commercial motor vehicle – no licence
- Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt
- Fail to surrender CVOR certificate
Additionally, the accused was also given a warning under the Highway Traffic Act for:
- Fail to accurately complete daily inspection report
Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) collisions carry unique risks. Due to the size and weight of these large vehicles, when they are involved in a collision – especially on a highway – the outcome can be catastrophic. CMVs can weigh more than 60,000 kg. (132,277 lbs). When combined with speeds ranging from 80 to 105 km/h, these vehicles generate significant momentum and energy, giving them the potential to cause extensive loss of life, injuries and property damage. The OPP recognizes that there are many safe, responsible CMV drivers who contribute to safe roads in Ontario.
If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.
