Moro, IL – An Illinois State Police trooper stopped a driver allegedly traveling 83 miles per hour in a 55-mph zone Monday morning along IL-159 and Yorkville Road in Moro, located in Madison County.
According to Illinois State Police Troop 8, the driver told the trooper she was late for work when pulled over. The department shared the incident on social media to remind drivers that speeding remains one of the leading causes of serious and fatal crashes in Illinois.
“Arriving safely is more important than rushing,” ISP said in a statement. “Give yourself extra time and follow the speed limit to help everyone get where they’re going safely.”
Troopers continue to monitor rural and suburban routes throughout Madison County as part of ongoing enforcement efforts targeting excessive speed and distracted driving.
Police urge all motorists to plan ahead for travel delays, leave earlier for morning commutes, and obey posted limits, particularly on two-lane rural highways where speeding can greatly increase crash risk.
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