Windsor police have charged a man with impaired and dangerous driving following a hit-and-run that seriously injured a cyclist.
Police allege that just after 1 a.m. on February 20, officers responded to a collision in the area of Howard Avenue and Charles Street, and said that a vehicle travelling northbound at a high rate of speed struck a cyclist. The driver failed to remain at the scene and fled before police arrived.
The victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Officers later located the suspect vehicle, which reportedly had a smashed front windshield and damage to the front grille on Edinborough Street.
When interacting with the driver, officers said they observed signs of alcohol impairment, including a strong smell of alcohol on his breath, slurred speech, and difficulty maintaining his balance.
The suspect was arrested and taken to police headquarters, where he allegedly failed a breath test.
A 30-year-old man is facing multiple charges, including operation while impaired causing bodily harm.
