Dozens caught speeding over 100 mph in Orlando, including one driver going 133 on I-4

Orlando police say they have caught dozens of drivers speeding at speeds in excess of 100 mph over the past several weeks, including one motorist clocked at 133 mph.

On Friday, the Orlando Police Department reported speeding statistics from January 21 to February 16.

According to OPD, over that time period, officers made contact with 265 drivers and issued 109 speeding citations and an additional 89 speed warnings.

During their encounters, at least 66 drivers were recorded traveling at speeds greater than 90 mph, and 23 drivers were recorded traveling at speeds greater than 100 mph.

That includes one driver who officers recently clocked at 133 mph while driving along Interstate 4.

“The Orlando Police Department is cracking down on speeders like this with the help of extra funding from the Florida Department of Transportation. Speed enforcement will be increased on all state roads in the City of Orlando. Please drive responsibly,” reads a statement from OPD.

Most Popular

Home Depot theft suspect wanted by Clermont police

The Clermont Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect who allegedly stole merchandise from a local Home Depot.

Orange County deputy arrested on grand theft, fraud charges

A criminal investigation into falsified time sheets has led to the arrest of an Orange County Sheriff’s Office deputy.

Sean Holcomb performing at Dr. Phillips Center next week

Florida native Sean Holcomb is set to perform in downtown Orlando next week.

Volusia Sheriff’s deputy accused of sexual assault resigns

A Volusia County Sheriff’s Office deputy has resigned after he was accused of sexually assaulting a female victim early Monday morning.

Orlando man killed in crash on Americana Boulevard

A 21-year-old Orlando man was killed on Thursday morning after crashing his vehicle near an intersection in Orange County.

Suspect wanted for liquor store theft in Clermont

Clermont police are asking for help from the public to identify an individual who is wanted in connection with a theft that took place at a local liquor store.
Orlando
clear sky
78.5 ° F
81 °
74.9 °
89 %
2.6mph
0 %
Sat
99 °
Sun
95 °
Mon
93 °
Tue
92 °
Wed
91 °