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Thursday, February 11, 2016

North Bay woman accused of fraud

Following an investigation into a fraud complaint reported to police on February 2, 2016, North Bay Police arrested and charged Tiffany Gail Womack, age 40 of North Bay at police headquarters yesterday with one count of fraud over $5,000.

It is alleged that between May 2010 and June 2015, the accused was overpaid over $60,000 in benefits through the Ontario Works Program to which she was not entitled. She is accused of failing to report additional income she had been receiving and of filing false information on her monthly income reporting statements.

The accused was released with a court date scheduled for March 15, 2016.

Pedestrian struck on McIntyre Street West

North Bay Police responded to the scene of a collision that took place on McIntyre Street West at Fraser Street shortly after 3 p.m. on Wednesday, February 10, 2016. A 95-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a car while she was crossing McIntyre. Following an investigation, North Bay Police report that the pedestrian did not have the right-of-way while she was crossing and she failed to yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic. No charges were laid. The pedestrian was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Rules of the Road
The North Bay Police Service reminds residents that it is up to both drivers and pedestrians to keep everyone safe on our roads.

For Pedestrians
For your own safety, cross only at marked crosswalks, at traffic lights or at intersections.
Avoid crossing in the middle of the block or between parked cars. Drivers may not see you when you do this and you risk getting hit.
Make sure drivers see you before you cross. If the driver is stopped, make eye contact before you step into the road.
Wear bright or light-coloured clothing or reflective strips, especially at dusk or when it's dark.

At a traffic light:
Cross when traffic has come to a complete stop.
Begin to cross at the start of the green light or “Walk” signal, where provided.
Do not start to cross if you see a flashing “Do Not Walk” symbol or the light turns yellow.  If you already started to cross, complete your crossing in safety.
Never cross on a red light.
Watch for traffic turning at intersections or turning into and leaving driveways.

For drivers
Pay special attention to pedestrians as you drive. Here are some tips to follow:
Always look for pedestrians, especially when turning.
Watch for children who may not be aware of the dangers of the road.
Drive slowly and cautiously through school zones, residential areas, or any other area where children could be walking or playing.
Drive slowly and cautiously in known areas where seniors reside, such as retirement residences or long term care homes
Watch out for Community Safety Zone signs that indicate areas where public safety is a special concern, including the possibility of encountering pedestrians.
Be patient, especially with seniors or pedestrians with disabilities who need more time to cross the road.