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Street racing leaves Toronto area men without their motorcycles

July 29, 2020

Three drag racing bikers have been charged with racing.

Lambton OPP say on July 26, while a speed trap was set up on Ontario St. in Grand Bend, an officer saw three motorcycles travelling an estimated 70 kilometers per hour over the speed limit.

Two men from the Greater Toronto area have been charged with racing, excessive speed, and not having the proper license or insurance.

Another 23 year-old from Tottenham has also been charged with racing and driving without insurance.

The three men had their licenses suspended for seven days and the motorcycles were impounded.

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