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Driver Clocked Over 135 mph in Northern Ireland Says He Was Rushing for Chinese Takeaway

Police reported the case for prosecution after saying the insured car could not be seized.

Overview

  • Police in Northern Ireland measured a red Mitsubishi Evo at more than 135 mph on the A26 Lisnevenagh Road on Saturday.
  • The driver told officers they were hurrying to collect a Chinese takeaway.
  • The Road Policing and Safety unit said they could not seize the insured car, so they reported the case for prosecution.
  • The police post called the speed nearly double the permitted limit and said the driver could face disqualification.
  • Later coverage differed on the county named and on whether an arrest happened, which the police post did not confirm.