Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: The Chatham-Kent Police Service has charged three individuals with stunt driving and impounded their motorcycles following an investigation that began with a citizen complaint.
Police received a complaint on Oct. 3 regarding a group of motorcyclists engaging in dangerous driving on St. Clair Street in Chatham, including concerns about excessive speeds, aggressive riding and conduct that placed other motorists and members of the public at risk.
Officers investigated and identified three motorcyclists believed to have been operating their motorcycles in a manner consistent with stunt driving offences under Ontario’s Highway Traffic Act. On Oct. 5, officers located the riders, an 18-year-old man, a 19-year-old man and a 28-year-old man, all from Chatham. Each was charged with one count of stunt driving.
Their motorcycles were impounded for 14 days, and their driver’s licences were suspended for 30 days in accordance with provincial legislation. The individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service thanked the member of the public who came forward with information. Anyone wishing to report dangerous driving is encouraged to contact the service’s non-emergency line at 519-352-1234. In emergencies, or when dangerous driving is actively occurring, residents should call 911.
