Driver charged with speeding and other offences in Woodbine

Police conducting speed enforcement duties in Sydney’s south-west last night allegedly detected a vehicle travelling more than double the posted speed limit., NSW Police say

About 10.30pm today, officers from Macquarie Fields Highway Patrol were conducting speed enforcement duties on Campbelltown Road, Woodbine.

It’s alleged they detected a vehicle travelling at 171km/h in an 80km/h zone.

The driver was stopped and checks allegedly revealed the 33-year-old man was a disqualified driver and had a number of outstanding warrants.

He was arrested and taken to Campbelltown Police Station where he was charged with drive while disqualified (x3), drive at a speed dangerous to the public, exceed speed limit by more than 45km/h, dishonestly obtain benefit by deception (x5) and a bench warrant.

He was refused bail and will appear in Campbelltown Local Court tomorrow.

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