TORONTO, ON – On Sunday, August 6, 2017, between 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Highway Safety Division (HSD) received numerous complaints of a large group of motorcycles traveling as a group and driving in a dangerous manner on Highways 409, 401, 403, the Queen Elizabeth Way, the Don Valley Parkway and the Gardiner Express Way.
Riders were operating their motorcycles in an aggressive manner shutting down sections of the highway causing major traffic disruptions to rally and perform stunts. The actions of these riders jeopardized the safety of all road users by increasing the risk of collisions, as well as frustrating drivers which may lead to road rage incidents.
Public safety is a top priority for the OPP and investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in providing any information that would assist in identifying these individuals and motorcycles involved in this activity. Any recording devices including videos, photos or dash cams would be beneficial for investigators.
Anyone with information or knowledge of the involved riders is asked to call the OPP at 416-317-8250.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). The investigation is ongoing and being led by the HSD – Crime Unit.
