Crackdown on ‘street racing and hooliganism’ showing results, says Brampton mayor

Mayor Patrick Brown says a police crackdown on “street racing and hooliganism” at a Brampton mall is working.

The mayor used a social media platform today (Nov. 15) to say the strategic enforcement blitz at Trinity Common has already led to several arrests as has been previously reported.

“Public safety is one of the top priorities in Peel Region and there was a viral video at Trinity Commons early this year of street racing and hooliganism,” said Brown. “There is zero tolerance for this type of behaviour.”

The blitz has already led to more than 330 charges under the Highway Traffic Act for offences such as stunt driving (racing) and speeding. Other charges include trespassing, intoxication in a public place, dangerous operation of a vehicle and failing to comply with a police order.

There have also been 28 criminal charges, 24 vehicles impounded and 30 license suspensions.

The issue came to a head this past summer over reports of several large car rallies at the Brampton mall.

Participants were seen taking over the parking lot of Trinity Common to race, rev their car engines, and perform spin-outs as the crowd cheered on.

Peel Police said an organized unit was formed specifically to target disorderly conduct, lawless behaviour and careless driving. They believe the crackdown has worked and is limiting these car rallies.

Police say the public can alert them to such events by calling 905-453-3311 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.