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Perth resident facing multiple charges after traffic stop in Carleton Place

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A Perth resident has been charged with numerous offences following a traffic stop in Carleton Place.

The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a male with numerous offences following a traffic stop in the Town of Carleton Place.

On November 18, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., an officer on general patrol conducted a traffic stop on O’Donovan Drive, Carleton Place. During the investigation the officer determined the driver was not licenced to operate a motor vehicle.

Adrian Gilpin, 52, from Perth, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while prohibited
  • Driving while under suspension – three counts
  • Fail to surrender permit under
  • Fail to surrender Insurance 

Charges have not been proven in court.

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing on November 19, 2024. The vehicle was also impounded for 45 days.

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