RCMP charge 52-year-old man for stunting

October 10, 2017
Chester Basin, Nova Scotia

News release

At approximately 2 p.m. on October 9, RCMP South Shore Traffic Services observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed on Highway 103 in Chester Basin. The vehicle was clocked at 155 km/hr in an 100 km/hr zone, 55 km/hr over the posted speed limit. There were four other people in the vehicle.

The 52-year-old man from Hammonds Plains was charged for Stunting under the Provincial Motor Vehicle Act. In addition, his license was suspended for 7 days and vehicle was seized. The fine for stunting in Nova Scotia is $2,422.50.

Nova Scotia RCMP want to remind the public that speed is one of the major causes of serious injury and fatal collisions on our roads. Road Safety is a priority for the RCMP, and drivers are reminded to make it their priority as well. If you see someone driving unsafely on our roads, report it by calling RCMP at 800 803 RCMP (7267) or 911.

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Contact information

Cpl. Jennifer Clarke
Media Relations Officer
Nova Scotia RCMP
Office: 902 720 5652
Cell: 902 222 0154
jennifer.clarke@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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