Oswego County, NY – A driver was stopped by New York State Police earlier this week after allegedly speeding 111 miles per hour on Interstate 81 in the town of Hastings. Troopers say the vehicle was traveling in a posted 65 mph zone when radar confirmed the excessive speed.
According to a statement from the New York State Police, the incident occurred on I-81 in Oswego County during a routine patrol. The radar reading, shared in a photo on social media, showed the driver’s speed at 111 mph—46 miles per hour above the limit.
Authorities emphasized that speeding at such high rates poses serious risks to both the driver and others on the roadway. “Slow down, drive safely, and help keep our highways safe for everyone,” state police wrote in their post.
The driver was issued multiple citations, including for excessive speed, and faces fines and possible license penalties under New York’s traffic laws.
Police are using the incident as a reminder to the public to obey posted speed limits, particularly as fall weather brings slicker roads and reduced visibility.
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