On (December 13, 2024), Region of Peel – Illegal street racing and aggressive high-speed driving continue to be a problem on our roads.
Peel Regional Police participated in Project E.R.A.S.E. (Eliminating Racing Activities on Streets Everywhere) program.
“Every day, there are collisions that are reported on Brampton roads, and this year, 13 lives—many of them young men—have been tragically lost. These numbers are more than just statistics; they are a wake-up call. The City is deploying every available tool to reduce speeding and protect our neighborhoods, especially near schools and residential areas. But real change starts with us. We must be the ones to slow down, stop driving aggressively, and never drive impaired. Every time we get behind the wheel, we make a choice—let’s prioritize safety for our families, friends, and the entire Brampton community.”
– Rowena Santos, Chair, Community Services and Regional Councillor for Wards 1 & 5
The E.R.A.S.E. Program addresses poor and aggressive driver behaviour through education, strategic enforcement, and modifying social behaviour. Street racing is an illegal and dangerous activity that risks the lives of our community members.
From May 1, 2024, to October 1, 2024, officers identified hotspot locations throughout the Region of Peel and targeted those areas as part of the program strategy. During this time, officers investigated 1,119 vehicles and issued 2,127 Provincial Offence Notices. Some of the offences included:
- 155 stunt driving charges,
- 282 Noisemaker tickets,
- 27 Criminal Code charges related to impaired and dangerous driving
“Our residents deserve to feel safe in their communities and on the roads,” said Deputy Chief Marc Andrews. “That is why programs such as E.R.A.S.E. are vital for fostering a culture of safety and accountability. We will continue to listen to our residents and to be steadfast in our response to dangerous driving and illegal street racing activities.”
Road safety remains a top priority for Peel Regional Police with illegal street racing and aggressive high-speed driving continuing to be a problem in Brampton and Mississauga. To ensure safety on our roads, PRP will have zero tolerance for dangerous driving behaviours and street racing activities, and officers remain vigilant in enforcing speeding, aggressive driving, and impaired driving all year round.
Anyone with information concerning aggressive driving or illegal street racing activities are asked to contact police by calling 905-453-3311. The public can also file a complaint through our peelpolice.ca Road Watch website, by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or at peelcrimestoppers.ca.
