Drug and Other Charges Laid Against Stunt Driver Near Chapleau

Drug and other charges have been laid against a stunt driver in the Chapleau area.
Superior East Ontario Provincial Police say officers were conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 101 near Shoals Provincial Park around 5:50 last Thursday night when they observed an eastbound vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed - radar showed 133 kilometres an hour in the posted 80 kilometres an hour zone.
A subsequent traffic stop led to the discovery of suspected methamphetamine pills, with investigation revealing the driver was also suspended.
The 45-year-old Valley East man was arrested on charges of possessing a schedule I substance - methamphetamine, as well as race a motor vehicle - excessive speed, and two counts of driving while under suspension.
He's been released from custody with a future Chapleau court date.