Driver caught speeding more than 50 km/h over limit in Ontario school zone

York Region speeder
York Regional Police (YRP) said it happened in the Hillcrest Drive and Second Concession area at around 8:15 a.m. on Monday. Photo: YRP/x.

By Lucas Casaletto

Posted September 16, 2024 11:46 am.

Last Updated September 16, 2024 11:51 am.

A driver is facing charges after being caught travelling at more than 50 km/h over the speed limit in a school zone in East Gwillimbury, Ont.

York Regional Police (YRP) said it happened in the Hillcrest Drive and Second Concession area at around 8:15 a.m. on Monday.

Officers alleged the driver was clocked going 102 km/h in a 50 km/h zone. They lost their driver’s licence (suspended for 30 days), and their vehicle was impounded for two weeks due to the infraction.

A YRP spokesperson said it occurred in a school zone while kids were walking to school for the morning.

No injuries were reported.

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