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OPP officers have charged a Brampton man with being intoxicated in a public place.

On August 10th at about 12:39 p.m., OPP officers Caledon Detachment responded to an Ambulance Assist call for service in the area of Mayfield Road and The Gore Road.

A male bicyclist was observed travelling all over Mayfield Road and falling off the bike. The cyclist was able to mount the bike again and continue travelling until he collided with a guard rail further down the road. The witness became concerned, as the male appeared to be injured, and dialed 911.

Officer determined that the 35-year-old Brampton man was heavily intoxicated and was subsequently charged with being intoxicated in a public place under the Liquor Licence Act.

The man was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.