Speeding rider detected at 155kmh

Police vehicle in traffic with flashing red and blue lights

This week, ACT Policing detected a motorcyclist travelling at 155km/h in an 80km/h speed zone on Cotter Road (approximately 500 metres west of Mount Stromlo Road).

Police stopped and spoke with the rider who stated “I’m riding to Uriarra to try out a different front tyre.”

Police issued the rider a traffic infringement notice, which incurred a $1841 fine and a loss of six demerit points.

ACT Policing would like to remind all road users to obey the speed limits.

Officer in Charge of Traffic Operations, Acting Station Sergeant David Wills said the actions of this individual are extremely disappointing particularly in light of this month’s traffic focus being Vulnerable Road Users.

“Public roads aren’t race tracks,” Acting Station Sergeant Wills said.

“The Cotter Road is a busy rural road used by many Canberrans including the cycling community. It also has multiple corners and countless obstacles either side which are likely to seriously injure or kill you if you come off your motorbike.

“There are appropriate avenues to enjoy or test your motor vehicle. Don’t be selfish; use these instead of risking your and other road users lives.”

Media enquiries

Police Media — (02) 6264 9460, act-police-media@afp.gov.au

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