Chatham-Kent police cruiser (Photo courtesy of Chatham-Kent Police Service.)Chatham-Kent police cruiser (Photo courtesy of Chatham-Kent Police Service.)
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Pedestrian Almost Hit By Alleged Drunk Driver

A 52-year-old Wallaceburg man is facing impaired driving charges after almost hitting a pedestrian.

Police say they got reports on Monday afternoon about a vehicle failing to remain at a crash in the Wallaceburg area. Investigators say the suspected driver allegedly sideswiped another vehicle and narrowly missed a pedestrian.

Officers later arrested a man, who is now accused of driving while under the influence of alcohol.

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According to Chatham-Kent police, the victim was walking around King Street East in Chatham when she was approached by a woman she didn't know and struck in the face.

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Scoreboard, Aug 5

The Toronto Blue Jays lost 7-2 to the Houston Astros on Tuesday while the Detroit Tigers won their fourth straight, 8-0 over Seattle.

Baseball fans celebrating in the stands. © Can Stock Photo / djpadavona

Scoreboard, Aug 4

The Toronto Blue Jays snapped the Astros' six-game winning streak with a 3-1 win in Houston Monday night.