Driver Faces Stunt Driving Charge After High-Speed Stop
Ontario Provincial Police have laid a stunt driving charge following a dramatic traffic intervention on Highway 11 in Northern Ontario. The incident occurred on November 25, 2025, when officers monitoring traffic in the Powassan, Ontario area detected a vehicle travelling at a dangerously high rate of speed.
The Traffic Stop and Charges
According to official reports, police radar clocked the vehicle at an alarming 156 km/h. The posted speed limit on that section of Highway 11 is 90 km/h, meaning the driver was travelling 66 km/h over the legal limit. This extreme speed immediately qualifies as stunt driving under Ontario's Highway Traffic Act.
The OPP conducted a successful traffic stop and subsequently charged the driver with stunt driving. This serious charge carries severe penalties under provincial law, including an immediate 30-day license suspension and a 14-day vehicle impoundment at the driver's expense.
Consequences of Stunt Driving in Ontario
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the legal ramifications for excessive speeding in Ontario. A conviction for stunt driving can result in:
- Substantial fines ranging from $2,000 to $10,000
- Potential jail time of up to six months
- Remaining license suspension for further periods after the initial 30 days
- Significant increases in auto insurance premiums
The Ontario Provincial Police have consistently emphasized their zero-tolerance approach to stunt driving and aggressive driving behaviours on provincial highways. This enforcement action in Powassan is part of their ongoing commitment to road safety across Northern Ontario communities.
