South Simcoe police arrested a couple from Lefroy after allegedly attempting to cover up a rollover crash involving their two children in Innisfil.
The incident happened Friday near 20 Sideroad and Gilford Road, where a witness reported a vehicle had rolled into a ditch with a woman and two children inside. When officers arrived, a man claimed to be the driver; however, police say he had actually arrived later in a different vehicle, which his wife had used to leave the scene with their children, aged 10 and one.
Investigators allege that neither parent sought medical help for the children. The mother has been charged with dangerous operation, failing to provide the necessities of life, and refusing to comply with a demand. The father faces a public mischief charge for allegedly trying to mislead police.
The children were later found safe, medically assessed, and discharged. The parents are expected in court next month.