Posted on Friday April 29, 2016
Did you know that driving 50 km/h or more over the speed limit will net you fines of up to $10,000, a 30-day suspension and get your car impounded?
These are just a few of the facts that York Regional Police and partnering police services shared at the launch of Project E.R.A.S.E. on April 29 at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park. The aim of Project E.R.A.S.E. is to eliminate racing activities on streets everywhere. More than 22 police services from across Ontario, as well as the Ministry of Transportation and the Ministry of the Environment, are working hard to protect our roadways.
York Regional Police Inspector Randy Slade was on hand to speak about the dangers and consequences of street racing and stunt driving.
“We’ve seen the horrific pictures of mangles vehicles and we hear about the tragic loss of life caused by this dangerous activity,” said Inspector Slade. “What we don’t see are the broken families and the heartache they carry for the rest of their lives. Street racing has no place on our roads or highways.”
Aggressive driving and street racing are unlawful activities that puts innocent people at risk of injury or death. If you see or know of street racing activity, call your local police service. Call 9-1-1 if you see anyone partaking in this activity with an immediate threat to public safety. Try to note the vehicle’s location, direction of travel, make, model, licence plate number and driver’s description.
Let’s work together to keep our streets safe.