Ambassador Bridge Backup: Suspect arrested after disrupting bridge travel
(FOX 2) - Windsor police arrested a 32-year-old man after he allegedly drove dangerously on the Ambassador Bridge Friday, causing a massive backup at the international crossing.
The backstory:
At around 2:30 p.m., police were dispatched to the bridge to assist the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) after a driver failed to stop at the border inspection lanes.
Dig deeper:
Upon arrival, officers began speaking with the driver, who police said became combative.
According to police, when officers asked the man to step out of the vehicle, he refused and began driving at a high rate of speed, injuring a Windsor police officer and a CBSA officer.
The vehicle subsequently struck several barriers and overturned.
The suspect then fled the area on foot and was apprehended a short time later without further incident.
Both officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries. No other injuries were reported.
What we know:
The 32-year-old man has been charged with dangerous operation of a vehicle, obstructing a peace officer and assaulting a peace officer with a weapon.
Ambassador Bridge Back-up
The massive backup at the Ambassador Bridge was caused by the police situation.
Police said there is no risk to public safety but warned
What's next:
The investigation remains ongoing.
The Source: Windsor police were cited for this story.