Barrie police have charged a motorcyclist after he was allegedly clocked driving at 169 kilometres per hour in a 60 km/h zone on a major road in the city. The incident occurred on Sunday, May 16, 2026, according to a statement released by the Barrie Police Service.
The motorcyclist, whose identity has not been disclosed, was stopped by officers after they observed the vehicle travelling at a speed that more than doubled the posted limit. Police say the rider was charged with stunt driving and excessive speeding under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act.
As a result of the charge, the motorcyclist's licence was immediately suspended for 30 days, and the vehicle was impounded for two weeks. The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
Police remind all motorists that excessive speeding poses a serious risk to everyone on the road, including the driver, passengers, and pedestrians. They encourage drivers to obey speed limits and drive responsibly.
This incident comes as part of ongoing enforcement efforts by Barrie police to address dangerous driving behaviours in the community.
