Two Arrests Made For Stunt Driving; One Person Charged With Impaired Driving

Two drivers are facing stunt driving charges in two separate incidents, with one also receiving an impaired driving charge, reported on Thursday.

A 20-year-old Peterborough man is facing impaired and stunt driving charges after a traffic stop in Peterborough early Wednesday morning.

At roughly 2:17 a.m., an officer conducting traffic enforcement in the area of Water Street and Mill Street spotted a vehicle going 90 km/hr in a 50 km/hr zone.  The officer activated their emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop. While speaking to the driver, the officer noticed signs of impairment.

The man was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

• Drive Motor Vehicle - Perform stunt - Excessive speed

The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension and a seven-day vehicle impoundment.

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 21.

A 24-year-old driver is facing a stunt driving charge after a traffic stop in Lakefield Tuesday night.

At roughly 10 p.m., an officer was on general patrol in the area of Lakefield Road and Fraser Street.  A vehicle was recorded travelling at 119 km/h in a 50km/h zone. The officer activated their emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop. 

The driver was issued a ticket for stunt driving, a 30-day license suspension and a 14-day vehicle impoundment.

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