Marcus Rodriguez
The reckless driving occurred on November 4, 2023, in Kazimierzowo, near Elbląg, where the speed limit was 90 km/h. The 29-year-old accelerated his Audi to 158 km/h and was caught by a traffic patrol. The police officers filed a motion against the man to the court, which issued a guilty verdict.
The man has to pay a fine of 4,000 Polish złoty and cover court costs amounting to 400 zł.
Police officers appeal mainly to young drivers! Excessive speed is at the top of the list of causes of road accidents. Such behavior shows a lack of imagination, in other words, an inability to anticipate what can happen on the road at speeds exceeding the legal limits. Anything can happen (a blown tire, an animal suddenly appearing, someone falling asleep at the wheel, or reckless overtaking resulting in crossing into our lane). We won't have time to react.
At such speeds, it's a recipe for an accident. As police statistics show, such reckless behaviors often end tragically. Therefore, drivers – ease off the gas!
Jakub Sawicki, Press Team, Municipal Police Headquarters in Elbląg
