ON February 24 at 10:44 p.m., an Abbotsford Police patrol officer was conducting speed enforcement on Highway 11 near Townshipline Road using a speed laser, when a grey pickup truck was detected travelling at 198 km/h in the posted 80 km/h zone.
Due to the extreme speed, additional officers were called to assist as the vehicle continued westbound on Downes Road, reaching speeds in excess of 200 km/h in the posted 60 km/h zone, police said in a post on X.
To help stop the vehicle, officers deployed a spike belt at the Mt. Lehman Road and Downes Road intersection. Shortly afterward, the driver lost control and collided with a light pole at 48 Avenue and 272 Street in Aldergrove.
No injuries were reported. Officers arrested the 25‑year‑old driver for dangerous driving, and for refusing to provide a breath sample after detecting alcohol on his breath. Criminal charges are pending, and the driver is scheduled for a first court appearance on April 13. He was also issued an immediate 90‑day driving suspension.
Abbotsford Police said: “Our officers remain committed to ensuring the safety of all road users. Dangerous driving, impaired driving, and excessive speeding will continue to be met with enforcement and accountability.’
So far this year, Abbotsford Police say their officers have removed 167 impaired drivers from the road, impounded 57 vehicles for excessive speed, and initiated 4 dangerous driving investigations.
