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A man is facing charges after police said he crashed his sports car into two power poles in northwest Edmonton.

According to Edmonton police, witnesses reported seeing a white Corvette stunting near 160 Street and 121A Avenue, when the driver lost control and struck the two power poles. The collision happened just before 1 p.m. Saturday.

The collision caused several power outages in the area. EPCOR crews responded and restored power after a few hours.

The driver suffered minor injuries and was treated on scene. Speed is considered to be a factor in the collision.

Nicholas McGrath, 30, is charged with dangerous driving and criminal flight.

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