Guelph Police Arrest Impaired Man On eBike Twice In One Day - AND More Stories PLUS: Woman Assaults Police, Collisions, Bike Safety Tip List, by Guelph Now! Guelph Police News

Sep 03, 2013 Most Recent Guelph Police Report Guelph Police have been kept busy over the past week dealing with a flurry of incidences and countless acts of unlawfulness. 1. Male arrested twice in same day impaired on e-bike



On September 1, 2013, at 2:55 a.m., the Guelph Police were on Wyndham Street North

monitoring the downtown area while the downtown was closed to vehicular traffic. A male

operating a modified e-bike was observed by police driving erratically towards them. Police

stopped the male as he was not wearing a helmet as per the requirement under the Highway

Traffic Act and to speak with him about his driving. Upon speaking to the male police detected

an odour of alcohol on his breath as well as other signs of impairment and as a result was placed

under arrest.



Peter HEGEMER, 31 years of Guelph has been charged with impaired operation of a motor

vehicle and drive over 80 mg. He was later released with a court date of September 10, 2013.

The e-bike being operated at the time was seized by police and towed to a secure facility.

Later that day the towing facility contacted Guelph Police to report that someone had broken into

their secure compound sometime between 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and stolen the e-bike.

On September 1, 2013, at 10:40 p.m., the Guelph Police observed the e-bike travelling

westbound on Woodlawn Road West. Police stopped the e-bike and discovered that HEGEMAN

was the driver. He again had an odour of alcohol on his breath. A roadside device was used and

a fail was indicated and he was arrested.



Peter HEGEMER has been charged with break and enter, possession of stolen property and

drive over 80 mg. On these charges he will appear in court on October 1, 2013. 2. Eight cyclists struck by cars in August



The Guelph Police investigated eight collisions involving cyclists and motor vehicles in August.

Most of these collisions occurred at intersections and minor injuries have been reported in some

of these investigations. In two cases, it was the cyclist that was charged under the Highway

Traffic Act.



Bicycles are legally considered "vehicles" on Ontario’s roadways. That means bicyclists must

obey the rules of the road like drivers of any other vehicle and must be treated as equal users by

all other vehicles. Bicycles are being used for transportation at all times of the year and it is no

longer just a summer time issue.



Here are some safety tips for biking Obey traffic signs and signals - Bicycles must follow the rules of the road like other vehicles.

Never ride against traffic -Motorists aren't always looking for bicyclists riding on the wrong side of the road. Provincial law and common sense require that bicyclists drive like other vehicles.

Follow lane markings - Don't turn left from the right lane. Don't go straight in a lanemarked “right-turn only.”

Don’t pass on the right - Motorists may not look for or see a bicycle passing on the right.

Scan the road behind you - Learn to look back over your shoulder without losing your balance or swerving. Some riders use rear-view mirrors.

Keep both hands ready to brake - You may not stop in time if you brake one-handed. Allow extra distance for stopping in the rain, since breaks are less efficient when wet.

Wear a helmet and never ride with headphones - Always wear a helmet. Wearing ahelmet has been shown to reduce serious head injuries by 85%. Even a slow speed fall can cause a serious head injury. Riding with headphones can hamper your ability to hear or react to emergency situations. It is mandatory to wear a helmet under the age of 18.

Dress appropriately - In rain wear a poncho or waterproof suit. Dress in layers so you can adjust to temperature changes. Wear bright coloured clothing.

Use hand signals - Hand signals tell motorists and pedestrians what you intend to do.

Make eye contact with drivers - Assume that other drivers don't see you until you are sure that they do. Eye contact is important with any driver which might pose a threat to your safety.

Look out for road hazards - Watch out for parallel-slat sewer grates, gravel, ice, sand or debris. Cross railroad tracks at right angles.

Use lights at night - The law requires a white headlight and a rear reflector or taillight. Use your headlight ½ hour before dusk and ½ hour after sunrise to increase your visibility.

Use a bell or horn- The law requires that you have/use a bell or horn to sound your attentions.

Keep your bike in good repair - Adjust your bike to fit you and keep it working properly. Check brakes and tires regularly. Routine maintenance is simple and you can learn to do it yourself.

3. Single car collision leads to impaired arrest



On August 31, 2013 at 3:29 a.m., the Guelph Police attended to the area of Gordon Street and

Wellington Street to investigate a single car collision. The investigation alleges that the female

driver was impaired by alcohol when she drove her vehicle over a curb and sidewalk before

running over two small trees, finally striking a cement light standard. Both airbags were

deployed in the vehicle, which was occupied by the driver and a passenger. The light standard

fell onto a car, which was parked in the parking lot on the corner of Gordon Street and

Wellington Street. Police arrested the female driver. There were no injuries as a result of this

incident and the total damage to the two vehicles is estimated at $30,000. The damage to the

light standard is valued at $5,000.



Amber BRIDGEMAN,31 years of Guelph has been charged with impaired driving and drive

over 80 mg. She will appear in court on September 10, 2013.





4. Two car collision



On August 31, 2013 at 6:05a.m., the Guelph Police attended to the area of Gordon Street

between Vaughn Street and Heritage Drive for a two car collision. Investigation alleges that a

Taxi, being operated by a 67-year-old Guelph man was travelling northbound on Gordon Street.

The Taxi didn’t have any passengers in the vehicle. A 2005 Toyota being operated by 19-yearold

Aurora woman was travelling southbound on Gordon Street. One of the vehicles crossed into

the others oncoming lane and collided nearly head on. Both vehicles were demolished.

The Guelph Fire Department had to extricate the 19-year-old female from the driver’s seat of the

vehicle. The female was airlifted to the Hamilton General Hospital Trauma Unit and is in serious

but stable condition.



The male driver was transported to the Guelph General Hospital by GWEMS for minor injuries

and was later released from hospital.



Gordon St between Heritage Drive and Vaughn Street was closed for six hours for investigation.

The collision is still under investigation. Any witnesses are asked to contact Cst Matt Jotham,

Guelph Police Service, Traffic Unit, 519-824-1212, extension #7434.



5. Assault police arrest



On August 31, 2013 at 1:30 a.m., the Guelph Police attended to an establishment on Woodlawn

Road West to assist staff with a male and female that had been removed from the building.

Investigation alleges that the male had struck three staff members during the removal process. As

police attempted to arrest the man, his girlfriend intervened and struck an officer in the face. She

was subsequently arrested as well.



Kenneth SHORTHOUSE, 24 years of St. Catharine’s has been charged with three counts of

assault. He will appear in court on October 11, 2013.

Amanda BRUTON, 24 years of St. Catharine’s has been charged with assault police. She will

appear in court on October 8, 2013.





6. Drive disqualified arrest



On August 31, 2013 at 8:56 p.m., a traffic stop was conducted with a motor vehicle on Hearn

Avenue. Investigation revealed that the male driver was prohibited from operating a motor

vehicle as a result of a Canada Wide suspension. The driver was placed under arrest.

Dana BROWN, 31 years of Guelph has been charged with driving while disqualified. He will

appear in court on October 8, 2013.



The vehicle being operated at the time of the offence was seized for 45 days and towed to a

secure facility.



7. Two car collision



On August 31, 2013, at 4:48 p.m., the Guelph Police attended to a motor vehicle collision at the

intersection of Woolwich Street and MacDonell Street. Investigation revealed that a Chevrolet

Cavalier was travelling southbound on Woolwich Street and attempted to make an eastbound

turn onto MacDonell Street. At the same time, a Ford pickup truck was travelling northbound

through the intersection. The Ford pickup truck struck the Chevrolet Cavalier on the passenger’s

side. Air ambulance was initially requested for the female passenger of the Chevrolet as she had

to be extricated by the Guelph Fire Department, however it was later determined that she would

not be required to be transported via air ambulance and only had minor injuries as a result of the

collision. The male driver of the Chevrolet was also treated for minor injuries. The Chevrolet

was demolished and the Ford sustained approximately $5000 in damages.



A 22 year old male from Guelph has been charged with turn not in safety, contrary to the

Highway Traffic Act.



8. Two car collision



On August 31, 2013, at 9:42 p.m., the Guelph Police attended to a motor vehicle collision at the

intersection of MacDonell Street and Wellington Street. Investigation revealed that a Mazda

motor vehicle was travelling westbound and attempted to make a southbound turn onto

Wellington Street. At the same time, a Chevrolet motor vehicle was travelling eastbound through

the intersection and struck the Mazda causing severe damages to both vehicles. Both the driver

and passenger of the Chevrolet were transported to the hospital to be assessed for minor injuries.

A 19 year old female from Guelph has been charged with turn not in safety, contrary to the

Highway Traffic Act.



If anyone has information or may have witnessed the collision, please contact Cst. Ian Smith

at 519-824-1212 ext. 7125 or anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-

TIPS (8477) or submitted on-line at www.crimestoppersguelphwellington.com.



9. Break and enter while residents at home



On September 1, 2013 at 6:12 a.m., the Guelph Police attended to a Foster Avenue home to

investigate a break and enter. Investigation alleges that a male had damaged two cars on the

property before gaining entry to the home by smashing and finally cutting a screen to gain entry.

The culprit ran to the basement when the residents saw him. The residents cornered him in the

basement but the male pulled a knife and was able to flee through a basement exit. A canine

search of the area came up negative. The male is described as:



White, 15-17 years, 5’8”-5’10”, thin and wearing a blue bandana over his face with a blue zip-up

hoody.



If anyone has information, please contact Cst. B. Campbell at 519-824-1212 ext. 7177 or

anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online

at www.crimestoppersguelphwellington.com.



10. Theft from cars



The Guelph Police continue to receive reports of theft from cars with seventeen more being

reported over the long weekend.



This crime is easily avoided by locking your cars and by keeping valuables out of sight or

removed from your vehicle. If you do fall victim to this crime, please report using the Guelph

Police CopLogic online reporting system. You can find this on the Guelph Police website -

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