Ontario Provincial Police have charged a man with stunt driving after he was caught traveling at 182 km/h on Highway 400 in Aurora, according to authorities. The incident occurred on a stretch of the highway where the posted speed limit is 100 km/h.
Details of the Incident
Police say the driver was also operating the vehicle with a suspended driver's license at the time of the stop. The OPP Highway Safety Division reported the incident on social media, highlighting the extreme speed and the additional violation.
Legal Consequences
Under Ontario's stunt driving laws, the driver faces immediate license suspension for 30 days and vehicle impoundment for 14 days. If convicted, penalties include fines ranging from $2,000 to $10,000, possible jail time of up to six months, and a license suspension of up to two years.
The OPP reiterated the dangers of excessive speeding, noting that high-speed driving significantly increases the risk of serious collisions. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the driver's suspended license.
