A Nova Scotia man has been arrested and charged with impaired driving after he allegedly crashed his vehicle into a tree and then fled the scene, according to police.
Incident Details
Police responded to a report of a single-vehicle crash in the early hours of Thursday morning. Upon arrival, officers found a vehicle that had struck a tree, but the driver was not present. Witnesses provided a description of the suspect, who was located a short distance away and taken into custody without incident.
Charges Filed
The man, whose identity has not been released, faces charges of impaired driving and failing to remain at the scene of an accident. He is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
Authorities remind the public that impaired driving remains a serious offense with severe consequences. They encourage anyone with information about impaired drivers to contact local police or Crime Stoppers.
