Ontario Provincial Police have charged a driver from Kitchener with stunt driving after their vehicle was clocked traveling at 151 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on Highway 17 near Sturgeon Falls. The incident occurred on July 9, 2026, and the vehicle was immediately impounded for 14 days.
Details of the Stop
The OPP reported that the driver was stopped on Highway 17, a major roadway in Northern Ontario. The speed recorded was 71 km/h over the posted limit, triggering stunt driving charges under Ontario's Highway Traffic Act. The vehicle was seized and will be held for two weeks.
Legal Consequences
Stunt driving in Ontario carries severe penalties, including an immediate 14-day vehicle impoundment, a minimum fine of $2,000, up to six demerit points, and a possible license suspension. The driver is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
According to OPP, stunt driving is defined as any deliberate act that endangers road safety, including excessive speeding. The charge is part of ongoing efforts to reduce high-risk driving on provincial highways.
