Motorist charged with impaired driving after fleeing collision

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 26-65839

Motorist charged with impaired driving after fleeing collision

The Windsor Police Service arrested a 46-year-old woman for impaired driving after she fled the scene of a collision.

Shortly before 3 a.m. on June 16, 2026, officers responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver in the 1400 block of George Avenue. Officers learned that a Jeep collided with a parked vehicle before fleeing the scene. A short distance away, the Jeep struck a second parked vehicle. 

When officers located and spoke with the driver, they detected a strong odour of alcohol and other signs of impairment. She was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where she failed a breath test.

No physical injuries were reported as a result of the collision.

Marie Chantell Lezama, 46, is charged with:

• Impaired operation of a conveyance 

• Operation of a conveyance with a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit 

• Failure to remain at the scene of a collision 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Traffic Enforcement Unit at 519-945-9645, ext. 7032. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

If you or someone you know has been affected by this incident and are in need of support, please contact Victim Services of Windsor and Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Windsor Police Service Victim Assistance Unit at 519-255-6700 ext. 4879.