Quinte West OPP have laid charges in an impaired-driving investigation.
On Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at approximately 1 a.m., a traffic complaint led Quinte West OPP to suspect a motorist may be under the influence of alcohol.
An approved alcohol screening device was utilized, the driver was arrested and transported to the Quinte West Detachment for further testing.
Selena Ruttan, age 20, from Frankford, was charged with:
- Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
- Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
- Novice Driver – Blood Alcohol Concentration above zero
- Young Driver – Blood Alcohol Concentration above zero
- Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
- Fail to remain
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on November 13, 2025. Her vehicle was impounded for seven days and licence suspended for 90 days.
If you suspect that someone is driving or about to drive impaired, call 911 and report it. You could save a life.
