Driver Caught Nearly Doubling Speed Limit on Highway in Barrie
Driver Nearly Doubles Speed Limit on Barrie Highway

An OPP officer caught a driver traveling nearly double the posted speed limit on a highway in Barrie, according to a police report released Thursday.

Details of the Incident

The driver was clocked at 150 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on Highway 400 near Barrie. Police stopped the vehicle and issued a severe penalty, including a license suspension and vehicle impoundment. The driver, whose identity has not been released, faces charges of stunt driving and excessive speeding.

Ongoing Safety Concerns

This incident is part of a broader pattern of aggressive driving in the region. Barrie police have reported a 15% increase in speeding violations this year compared to the same period last year. Authorities urge drivers to obey speed limits to prevent accidents and save lives.

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