Nova Scotia RCMP arrested a Halifax woman after she allegedly engaged in stunting and fled from police in Antigonish County. The incident occurred on June 25, 2026, when officers attempted to stop a vehicle for erratic driving on Highway 104.
Details of the incident
According to RCMP, the driver refused to stop and accelerated to speeds exceeding 150 km/h in a 100 km/h zone. The pursuit continued for several kilometers before the vehicle was safely stopped using a spike belt near the town of Antigonish. The driver, a 28-year-old woman from Halifax, was taken into custody without further incident.
Charges and legal consequences
The woman faces charges including dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, flight from police, and stunting under the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act. Stunting carries a minimum fine of $2,458 and a seven-day license suspension under provincial regulations. She is scheduled to appear in court in Antigonish on August 12, 2026.
RCMP statement and public safety
RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Chris Marshall emphasized the dangers of such behavior: “This type of driving puts everyone at risk, including the driver, passengers, and other road users. We are grateful no one was injured in this incident.” Authorities remind the public that fleeing police is a serious offense that can result in imprisonment and vehicle impoundment.
