Winnipeg speeder handed big fines after close call in front of police cruiser

A driver who came dangerously close to crashing head-on with a semi –after speeding past a police cruiser — is facing almost $500 in fines.

RCMP captured video of the 22-year-old driver, from Winnipeg, speeding into oncoming traffic after crossing a double yellow line on Hwy 16 near Westbourne, Man.

The driver was fined $315 for speeding and an additional $175 for passing without regard for safety.

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No one was injured in the incident.

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