Driver caught going almost double the limit on Hwy. 417 while impaired

An Ontario Provincial Police crest is displayed on the arm of an officer during a press conference in Vaughan, Ont., on Thursday, June 20, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Lahodynskyj.

By Rachel Morgan

Posted May 10, 2025 11:54:10 AM.

Last Updated May 12, 2025 01:28:42 PM.

An Ottawa driver is facing multiple charges related to speed and impairment after being stopped on Highway 417 Friday.

Ottawa OPP stopped the driver shortly after 8 a.m. after clocking a speed of 193 km/h. Police say the driver had also been drinking and registered three times the legal limit.

The 42-year-old Ottawa resident now faces the following charges:

  • Dangerous Operation;
  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs;
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus);
  • Mischief • Stunt Driving • Speeding – 50+km/h over the posted speed limit; and
  • Improper Use of High Occupancy Vehicle Lane.

The driver had their license suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for 14 days.

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