On March 10, 2013 around 11:20 PM, an officer on patrol in the area of Mitton and Wellington Streets observed and male on an E bike. The operator was on the wrong side of the road. The driver travelled through a red light without stopping. The bike made a left turn and continued northbound on Mitton Street on the wrong side of the road.
The officer activated the lights on his cruise to pull over the E bike driver. He wobbled to a stop, crossing the road to the correct side. He identified himself and reeked of alcohol. The bike is powered by and electric motor and the pedals were folded back and not in use.
The man was arrested for impaired operation of a motor vehicle. When he was taken to police headquarters, he registered over twice the legal limit. Ernest Robert Sitzes, aged 47, or Sarnia faces charges of Impaired Operation and Drive with Over 80 MG. He will make an April court appearance.