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OPP nab aggressive truck driver on Highway 17

An aggressive truck driver is in trouble with the law.

On Wednesday afternoon around 5:00, the OPP received a complaint about a commercial motor vehicle on Highway 17 near Vemilion Bay.

Police pulled over the semi in Machin Township.

As a result of their investigation, police have laid charges against a 43 year old Brandon man for pointing a firearm and possession of an imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose.

He has since been released from custody but will have to appear in Dryden Court on July 8th on the charges.


  • Tim Davidson has more than 30 years of experience in radio news. He is based in Kenora and covers stories in northwestern Ontario. Contact Tim at davidson.tim@radioabl.ca.

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2:56 pm, Apr 11, 2026
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