Police are disappointed after officers from Longford Station detected two high-risk traffic offences within an hour yesterday (September 3).
About 3.45pm, a 20-year-old man from New Norfolk was caught driving at 130 km/h on the Midland Highway at Conara.
He was driving an unregistered vehicle on a suspended learner's licence, without a supervising driver.
Learner drivers are restricted to a maximum speed of 90 km/h, making this a serious breach. The man will be proceeded against via summons and is expected to appear in court.
Just 45 minutes later, a 46-year-old woman from Goulds Country was detected travelling at 153 km/h in a 110 km/h zone near Cleveland.
She will be issued an infringement notice, which carries a fine of $871.25 and a three-month licence disqualification.
Acting Sergeant Joseph Cook said he was particularly concerned that drivers are putting themselves and members of the public at risk, given the poor weather conditions at the time, which increased the risk to all road users.
"Speeding, especially in wet and slippery conditions, puts the driver and other motorists at risk of crashing and being killed or seriously injured on our roads."
"Safety on our roads is a priority for Tasmania Police, and we will continue to conduct both highly visible and covert operations that target the fatal five - speeding, fatigue, distraction, seatbelts, and alcohol and drugs," said A/Sergeant Cook.
Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving behaviour should report it immediately to police on 131 444 to enable officers to respond in a timely way. If it's an emergency or life-threatening situation, call triple zero (000).
