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A driver was charged with dangerous driving on Tuesday after exceeding the 85 km / h speed limit in an area under construction.
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The driver was marked at 135 km / h in a marked construction area of 50 km / h Stoney Trail NE, west of Deerfoot Trail, according to a police press release.
The notice said workers were present, it was dark and road conditions were bad due to heavy rains. The lane closest to the average was closed with flashing warning lights as workers and vehicles were in that lane. Officers said the vehicle did not attempt to slow down as it approached the construction site.
“We’ve been seeing an increase in the frequency of high-speed driving offenses lately. 100 km / h above the published speed limit, “said the Calgary Police Interim Inspector. Rob Patterson of the traffic section.
“In an effort to improve security on our streets, we are cracking down on these flagrant criminals. When there is evidence to support the prosecution, we will prosecute the most serious offenders in accordance with section 320.13 of the Penal Code for the dangerous operation of ‘a transport’.
The statement said drivers are being reminded to slow down, meet published speed limits and drive carefully. Fines also double in construction areas.