An Alberta driver is getting put on blast after she was caught driving at high speeds in B.C. earlier this month.
The BC Highway Patrol publicized the incident, which took place on Aug. 13 just after 12:45 p.m., involving a black Chevrolet Trax, which is a small sports utility vehicle.
A BC Highway Patrol officer clocked the driver travelling at 142 km/h in a 70 km/h zone, south of Taylor, B.C., on Highway 97.
BC Highway Patrol Sergeant Michael McLaughlin is using the incident as an opportunity to educate out-of-province visitors and local drivers.
“Whether you’re a visitor or a local, it’s your responsibility to know the speed limit and stay within it,” McLaughlin said.
“Some people have the idea that police officers don’t patrol rural roads. That can be an expensive mistake.”
The driver who committed the violation is a 21-year-old from Athabasca, Alta.
For her excessive speeding violation, her Chevy was impounded for seven days. Additionally, she received a $483 ticket for excessive speed over 60 km/h and will be hit with at least three years of high-risk driver premiums.
“If the monetary cost of excessive speeding doesn’t bother you, consider the hassle,” McLaughlin said.
“Nobody wants to be calling for a ride on the side of a rural highway. Better decision-making will make your life safer and more convenient.”
Another incident involving an Alberta driver took place just a few months ago. A truck driver’s dashcam caught the Alberta driver executing a dangerous pass in B.C.