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Driver charged with stunting after exceeding speed limit by 78 km/h

NS RCMP charge driver with stunting for exceeding speed limit by 78 km/hr. NS RCMP

Nova Scotia RCMP have charged an 18-year-old Beaverbank man with stunting following an incident that occurred over the weekend in Bedford.

An RCMP officer noticed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed on Highway 102 near Exit 2B at about 5 p.m. on June 6.

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The officer measured the speed of the vehicle at 78 km/h above the posted 100 km/h limit.

The vehicle was seized and impounded and the driver was issued a fine of $2,422.50.

RCMP are reminding the public that speed is a major cause of serious injury and fatal collisions. Drivers are asked to call RCMP at 1-800-803-RCMP (7267) or 911 if you witness unsafe driving on Nova Scotia roadways.

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