Kingston Police arrest impaired driver

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During the early morning hours of October 18, 2026, Kingston Police were notified of a motor vehicle collision which occurred in the area of Princess Street and Bagot Street.

A grey BMW sedan struck the rear of a Toyota Camry and then proceeded to reverse into a parked vehicle. The driver of the BMW then fled the area failing to stop to provide assistance or to provide their information.

Responding Officers located the front license plate of the BMW which had detached during the collision with the parked vehicle. 

The BMW along with the driver were located at an address in the 600 block of Victoria Street. The driver was arrested and a search subsequent to their arrest revealed they were also in possession of a quantity of cocaine.

The 20-year-old driver of Kingston was charged with the following offences;

•        Impaired Operation
•        Impaired Operation Exceed Blood Alcohol Concentration
•        Leave Accident Scene
•        Possession of a Schedule I Substance

They were transported to Kingston Police headquarters and later released with a future court date.