Hamilton teen charged with Red Hill speeding, stunt-driving

A local teen has been charged after being caught travelling57km/h over the speed limit onthe Red Hill Valley Parkway.

Police say the incident occurred shortly aftermidnighton Friday, when officers were conducting a standard speed limit enforcement. A silver SUV vehicle was observed traveling northbound on the Parkway at a speed of 147km/hr, 57km/h over the posted speed limit of 90km/h.

Police have charged a 19-year old Hamilton male with speeding and stunt driving. His license was seized and his vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

Issues with speeding on the Red Hill Valley Parkway have been a long-running issue. A recent city report showed that over 500 driversa daytravel faster than 140 km/h, despite the posted speed limit.