Police in Derry stopped a driver for speeding at 100mph on a road with a 50mph limit on Friday night, April 18, 2026. The incident occurred on the Glenshane Road, a key route in the area.
According to a verified statement from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), the driver told officers he was in a hurry to get to a Chinese takeaway before it closed. The PSNI emphasized the extreme danger of such excessive speed.
The driver was reported for the motoring offence. Police conducted the operation as part of routine road safety checks, which also led to other vehicles being stopped for various infractions.
Authorities have reiterated warnings about the consequences of speeding, noting it remains a leading factor in serious road collisions.
