Driver from Mississauga charged for travelling 171 km/h

Published February 13, 2023 at 8:02 am

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A 21-year-old Mississauga driver was caught on Highway 401 travelling 171 km/h near Cambridge. They're facing stunt driving charges.

A 21-year-old from Mississauga is facing stunt driving charges.

Ontario Provincial Police took to Twitter to show a photo of a radar gun that reads 171 km/h.

171km/h – 21 year old from Mississauga charged with #StuntDriving by #CambridgeOPP. #Hwy401/Trussler Rd, #30DayLicenceSuspension #14DayVehicleImpound. pic.twitter.com/mgn5pYEOGQ

— OPP Highway Safety Division (@OPP_HSD) February 13, 2023

The photo was taken on Hwy 401 at Trussler Rd. in Ayr, west of Cambridge. The posted speed limit is 110 km/h.

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When the speed limit is at least 80 km/h, drivers travelling 40 km/h or more over the limit can be charged with stunting.

The penalty includes a licence suspension and vehicle impoundment. Drivers can also face jail time, a fine of up to $10,000, and a 100 per cent increase in their insurance rates.

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