A 32-year-old from Palmerston faces charges after being stopped by police on Third Line in Minto Township for a Highway Traffic Act violation then driving away, according to a news release.
The escape caused damage to a Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police cruiser, the release added. The man was located a short distance away from the incident and arrested.
He is charged with:
- Dangerous operation
- Flight from peace officer
- Use plate not authorized for vehicle
- Drive while under suspension
- Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on Nov. 24.
