A driver in Perth East has given flipping the bird a whole new meaning after he was charged with distracted driving.
PERTH EAST - A driver in the Township of Perth East has given a whole new meaning to flipping the bird.
Perth County OPP were called on Thursday afternoon after people noticed what appeared to be a large bird flying inside of a moving vehicle. Police found the vehicle pulled over on the shoulder of the road on Perth Road 119. They were shocked to see a large parrot on the shoulder of the driver.
The driver was charged under the Highway Traffic act and police are reminding everyone that the privilege of operating a motor vehicle is one which requires our full attention. Distractions or impediments of any kind can shift our focus from the roadway and increase the risk of a collision.

MURC: Coming Soon to Ingersoll!
Candidate Information Session Coming Up
EZT Remembers Former Ward 3 Councillor
SWPH Issues Cold Weather Alert
UPDATE: Strong Winds Continue this Morning
Woodstock Resident Charged with Speeding
Interview with the Mayor - March 16th, 2026
Woodstock Driver Charged in Brant County
PJHL Playoff Recap - March 13th to March 15th
March Break Safety Tips from Oxford OPP
Oxford-Elgin Rainbow Research Project Underway
Death Investigation in Woodstock
OPP: Plan Ahead Before St. Paddy's Day Festivities
Another Friday the 13th in Port Dover Today
Hansen Parents Visit Artemis II Explorers Club at IDCI
East Oxford Parents Respond to AARC Announcement
Strong Winds Expected in Oxford
WPS Charge Two in Firearms Incident
Food Rescue Hub Receives $50,000
Interview with the Warden - March 12th, 2026
Comments
Add a comment