Two snowmobilers from the Ottawa area are facing charges after Ontario Provincial Police conducted a speed enforcement initiative on a marked snowmobile trail in Petawawa.
Upper Ottawa Valley OPP say officers observed the riders travelling at 80 kilometres per hour in a posted 50 km/h zone during patrols on the afternoon of Jan. 29. The incident occurred on Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs A Trail near Petawawa Boulevard.
Police say both individuals were charged with speeding under the Motorized Snow Vehicle Act.
OPP are reminding snowmobile operators they must carry valid proof of insurance and registration, along with a valid driver’s licence or motorized snow vehicle licence, and present the documents upon request by police unless operating on private property. Riders are also required to hold a valid trail permit to operate on OFSC-managed trails.
Police say snowmobile patrols, including radar enforcement, will continue throughout the winter as part of efforts to improve trail safety. Riders are urged to obey posted speed limits and to ride responsibly and sober.
(Richard Evans)