Driver Caught Speeding at 190 km/h on Clarington’s Highway 407
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have reported two separate incidents of extreme speeding on highways in Clarington, leading to stunt driving charges against both drivers involved.
Driver Caught Speeding at 190 km/h on Clarington’s Highway 407
The first incident occurred on a Friday when a 37-year-old driver from Oshawa was apprehended. Police clocked the vehicle traveling at an alarming speed of 190 km/h in the westbound lanes of Highway 407 near Darlington-Clarke Townline Road. This speed was nearly double the posted limit.
Consequences for Speeding
As a result of this reckless driving, the Oshawa resident faced a series of penalties:
- 30-day licence suspension
- Vehicle impounded for 14 days
Another Speeding Incident on Highway 401
A second instance of stunt driving occurred early Monday morning, around 1:14 a.m. OPP stopped a 31-year-old driver who was recorded traveling at 189 km/h on Highway 401 westbound at Bennett Road in Bowmanville.
Implications for the Second Driver
This driver also faced serious consequences:
- Alert registered during breathalyzer test
- Seven-day licence suspension
- 30-day licence suspension
- Vehicle impounded for 14 days
These incidents highlight the dangers of stunt driving and the strict enforcement measures taken by the OPP to ensure road safety. Authorities continue to urge drivers to adhere to speed limits and drive responsibly.
