North West Region Ontario Provincial Police say a Quebec driver is facing multiple charges after being stopped for travelling 55 km/h over the speed limit on Highway 17. Police said the vehicle was travelling 145 km/h in posted 90 zone. “To add to that the driver was distracted watching a music video on their cell phone and (their) driver’s licence is revoked in Quebec due to demerit points,” OPP said in a social media post. Driver faces multiple charges Police said the driver is facing all applicable charges – including stunt driving, dangerous operation and distracted driving and more. Licence suspended, vehicle impounded In addition to the charges, OPP said the motorist received a 30-day driver’s licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for 14 days. “Please drive safe out there,” added Sgt. Kyle Arnold in a video accompanying the post.
