Police in Durham Region have charged a 36-year-old man after he allegedly stole a school bus and crashed it into a McDonald's drive-thru in Ajax, Ontario, while impaired. The incident occurred on May 13, 2026, and was reported to authorities around 7:30 p.m.
Details of the incident
According to the Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS), the accused allegedly took the school bus from a storage lot in Ajax and drove it to a McDonald's restaurant on Harwood Avenue South. The bus then crashed into the drive-thru area, causing significant damage to the building. No injuries were reported among the restaurant staff or customers.
Police arrived at the scene and arrested the man without further incident. He was taken into custody and later charged with several offenses, including impaired driving, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, and theft of a motor vehicle. The accused is also facing charges related to possession of property obtained by crime and breach of probation.
Investigation ongoing
The DRPS is continuing its investigation into the incident. Officials have not yet released the name of the accused, pending a court appearance. The school bus was not carrying any students at the time of the crash, and no other vehicles were involved.
Police are urging anyone with additional information to come forward. The incident highlights the dangers of impaired driving and the potential consequences of such actions.
