Speeders charged

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington County OPP laid nearly 30 speeding charges from Sept. 25 to 28 while targeting speeders in the county. Police said in a news release that “speeding remains one of the leading contributing factors in fatal collisions on Ontario roads, reducing a driver’s ability to react and increasing the severity of crashes.

“Drivers are reminded to slow down, obey posted speed limits, and help keep our roads safe for everyone.”

ERIN – On Oct. 4 at about 9pm, a Wellington County OPP officer was monitoring traffic on Winston Churchill Boulevard. Police say the officer observed a vehicle that appeared to be travelling above the posted speed limit. 

A 45-year-old from Mississauga was charged with speeding and driving while suspended and is to appear in Guelph court at a later date.

CENTRE WELLINGTON – On Oct. 8 at about 8:30am, a Wellington County OPP officer was monitoring traffic on 8th Line. Police say the officer observed a vehicle that appeared to be travelling above the posted speed limit. 

A 60-year-old from Drayton was charged with speeding, performing a stunt (excessive speed) and failing to carry an insurance card. The accused is to appear in Guelph court at a later date.

MAPLETON – On Oct. 9 at about 1:45pm, a Wellington County OPP officer was monitoring traffic on Highway 6.

Police say the officer observed a vehicle that appeared to be travelling above the posted speed limit. 

A 25-year-old from Kitchener was charged with performing a stunt (excessive speed) and possessing more than one licence. The accused is to appear in court at a later date.

Anyone charged with stunt driving has their licence suspended for 30 days and the vehicle seized for 14 days.