Just before 7:00PM on Sunday, July 5th, 2026, Hanna RCMP were conducting proactive patrols on Highway 9 near Range Road 165 as a result of an established Community Policing Priority, Road Safety and Traffic Enforcement, when an Eastbound vehicle was captured on radar at a speed of 222km/h in the posted 100km/h zone.
Officers were able to safely conduct a traffic stop on this vehicle which resulted in the driver being arrested for Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle under section 320.13(1) CC. Along with the Criminal Code charge, the 24 year old driver from Prince Albert, SK, was also charged with the following Provincial Offences:
1) Speeding: 222km/h in 100km/h zone – Mandatory Court
2) Perform or engage in stunt — $852 Fine
3) Drive Carelessly — $852 fine
A Mandatory Court appearance is scheduled for September 23rd, 2026 in Hanna, AB.
The Hanna RCMP are committed to serving the interests of the Community, and the Province of Alberta, by ensuring that everyone using our roadways are doing so in a safe manner.
-Submitted by Hanna RCMP-
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