A 17-year-old male driver was intercepted by police on June 5 in Rural View, following an alleged high-speed incident on Mackay Bucasia Road. Officers from the Highway Patrol Group, engaged in speed enforcement patrols, pulled over a Nissan Pathfinder, allegedly traveling at 153 kilometers per hour in an 80-kilometer-per-hour zone, exceeding the speed limit by 73 kilometers per hour.
The driver received an on-the-spot fine of $1,653 and incurred a loss of 8 demerit points, resulting in a six-month suspension of their driver's license. Senior Constable Steve Smith of the Mackay crime prevention unit reiterated the police's concern over all speeding incidents, emphasising the risks posed to the driver, passengers, and other road users.
All incidents of speeding concern police, there are no exceptions," he stated, highlighting the inherent risks associated not only with the driver and his passengers but also with other innocent road users who could have fallen victim to the teenager's dangerous speed.
With a clear message to all motorists, Senior Constable Smith stressed the importance of responsible driving. "Speeding creates risks not only for yourself and your passengers, but for those who are unfortunate enough to be on the road with you at that time. Speed enforcement is happening every day - we are urging all drivers to do the right thing," he implored.
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