G2 driver facing ‘numerous’ charges after being stopped speeding on Hwy. 417 in Ottawa

The OPP says the driver of this vehicle was observed going 158 km/h on Hwy. 417 in Ottawa this week. (OPP ER/X)

A G2 driver could be facing thousands of dollars in fines after being stopped for speeding on Highway 417 in Ottawa.

Ontario Provincial Police say an officer observed a driver going 158 km/h on Highway 417 this week. The speed limit is 100 km/h.

“The vehicle was also not insured, and the plates were not authorized for use on that vehicle,” the OPP said on X.

Police say the driver is facing a charge of stunt driving, which includes a 30-day roadside driving suspension, and the vehicle is impounded for 14 days. The minimum fine upon conviction is $2,000.

“They also received numerous Novice Driver violations and were charged for operating a vehicle without insurance,” the OPP said, noting the driver faces a minimum $5,000 fine for having no insurance.