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Snowmobiler charged with impaired after Brockton crash

A snowmobile crash in the Municipality of Brockton has led to impaired driving charges against a 34-year-old man.

Emergency crews were called to the collision in the area of Concession 14 and Baseline South around 8:30 p.m. on Sunday.

The snowmobile was the only vehicle involved in the crash, South Bruce OPP said.

The operator of the machine was taken to hospital for treatment of undescribed injuries.

A 34-year-old from Saugeen Shores is charged with impaired driving and dangerous driving. He is scheduled to appear in Walkerton court on February 26.

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