Hamilton man charged after reaching 180km/h on Highway 403

OPP have arrested and charged a Hamilton resident after officers stopped a vehicle reaching speeds over 180km/h on Highway 403 in Brant County.

While conducting routine speed enforcement procedures on Highway 403 around 1:50 a.m. Thursday, officers stopped a vehicle they say was recorded going over 180km/h.

The OPP say after speaking with the driver officers conducted a roadside test for impaired driving who was then taken to the station for further testing.

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The driver has been identified as 24-year-old Jimmy Kiprop of Hamilton.

Kiprop faces five charges in connection with the incident, including operation while impaired and stunt driving.

A 90-day license suspension and a 7-day vehicle impoundment have been issued.

Kiprop is scheduled to appear in a Brantford court on July 13.

The OPP ask that suspected impaired drivers are reported to officers at 1-888-310-1122.

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