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Dirt bike wheelies lead to charges

On Monday, September 4 police received a traffic complaint
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Multiple dirt bikes performing stunts and speeding on Savage Settlement Road in Novar prompted a complaint to Almaguin Highlands OPP over the weekend, which in turn led to multiple charges.

On Monday, September 4 police received a traffic complaint.

As a result of further investigation, Jacob Burt, 18-years-old, of Utterson, south of Huntsville, has been charged with:

  • Fail to stop for police
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Resist peace officer
  • Driver fail to surrender licence
  • Drive motor vehicle, no plate
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

Burt is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday October 12 in Sundridge.