Salem, OR – The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is warning drivers to slow down after deputies issued multiple citations for extreme speeding, including one driver allegedly clocked at 140 mph.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, its Traffic Safety Team stopped three drivers for speeds of 93, 104, and 140 mph. Deputies cited the drivers for careless and reckless driving after pulling them over on local highways.
Officials reminded the public that driving at such high speeds is not only dangerous but could result in a 90-day driver’s license suspension if convicted.
“Please slow down, give yourself extra time, and help keep our roads safe for everyone,” the Sheriff’s Office wrote in a social media post.
Authorities continue to emphasize safe driving practices across Marion County, especially during changing winter road conditions.
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