Ontario motorcyclist films himself speeding and is charged (police)

An Ontario motorcyclist faces more than three dozen charges after police say he filmed “alarming” videos of himself speeding on highways in the Greater Toronto Area, reaching speeds of over 250 km/h.

Peel police announced the charges following a joint investigation with York police called “Project Splitting Eagle,” which began last month after police became aware of the videos on social media.

“Over the past few months, numerous videos have been released showing dangerous driving and racing,” said Cst. » Manny Khatra said in a video posted Thursday.

Clips of the alleged “reckless” behavior were released by police, showing the driver running red lights, weaving between cars and racing at high speed.

Khatra said it was through the posting of these images online that investigators were able to identify the driver as Bolton, Ontario. resident Gregory Harrington.

The 40-year-old motorcyclist was charged with five counts of dangerous operation of a vehicle and stunt driving, as well as four counts of speeding and one count of racing. Peel police say he was also charged with 36 additional offenses by York police, who released a video that appears to show Harrington fleeing police and performing wheelies.

“Reckless driving not only puts everyone at risk, but it costs lives and breaks up families when things go wrong,” Khatra added.

Harrington’s license was suspended following the investigation and his Yamaha R6 motorcycle was impounded. He was held for a bail hearing in Brampton.