An 18-year old woman from Quebec is facing a number of charges.

OPP say they received a report of stolen gas from a gas station in Chapleau last Saturday evening. They received a description of the woman and the vehicle in question.

The vehicle was later found driving on Highway 101, about 20 kilometres outside Wawa where it was stopped.

OPP investigation revealed the car was stolen from Quebec.

Amelie Laforge of Saint Joseph Du Lac, QC faces four charges in all:

  • Adult Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine
  • Adult Flight while Pursued by Peace Officer
  • Adult Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • Adult Theft Under $5,000

Laforge was held for a bail hearing, scheduled for Monday.

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