Street-racing law nabs 85-year-old
An Ontario law meant to crack down on young Canadian street racers has nabbed an octogenarian in his Oldsmobile.
The 85-year-old man is one of 2,300 drivers to be charged under legislation to combat “street racing, stunts and contests” since it took effect three months ago.
The man was pulled over after allegedly driving 100 mph in a 62-mph zone, Ontario police said. People are charged if driving 31 mph more than the limit.
“It really doesn’t matter the age of the person or whether they’re trying to race another car,” Sgt. Cam Woolley said. “The consequences of the crashes and the laws of physics are always in effect.”
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