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Teen arrested for speeding, crash in Richmond

The driver was found going more than 180km/h.
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A teen was speeding more than double the limit and crashed in Richmond.

A 19-year-old was arrested for speeding and crashing into a fire hydrant on Saturday evening.

The teen was driving at more than 180 km/h before colliding into a fire hydrant at No. 6 Road and Highway 91 off-ramp around 9:30 p.m. on March 18, according to Richmond RCMP.

Police said the driver had no injuries and alcohol was not a factor.

Charges are pending for the teen as the investigation is ongoing.