Video shows police helicopter follow driver going 200 km/h on Highway 401 [Video]

Durham regional police say a 19-year-old man is facing charges after a police helicopter observed a vehicle travelling double the speed limit on Highway 401.

Police released video from an Air1 helicopter that was “proactively patrolling” when two vehicles were seen travelling at high speed on the highway on March 14 in Whitby, Ont.

Investigators allege both drivers were travelling at speeds more than 200 kilometres per hour.

The video shows footage of the car passing several vehicles quickly, weaving in and out. The vehicle exits Taunton Road, near Highway 412, and is then pulled over by officers.

Police said one of the two vehicles was located and a 19-year-old was arrested.

He faces charges of careless driving and driving a motor vehicle performing a stunt.

Police said his licence was suspended for 30 days and the car was impounded for 14 days. He was also released on a promise …