Rapid speed checks in Genthin: 27 speed offenders caught!

Rapid speed checks in Genthin: 27 speed offenders caught!

Speed ​​on Germany's roads remains a critical issue that affects both drivers and safety authorities. On October 6, 2023, the Genthin police station carried out extensive speed checks on Bundesstraße 1 between 9:00 a.m. and 1:50 p.m.

During this period, a total of 948 vehicles were monitored by a speed detection system. During this inspection, some drivers faced serious consequences. In detail, 27 cases of speeding were recorded, which is considered worrying considering the maximum permitted speed is 70 km/h.

Results of speed checks

What was particularly noticeable was the incident of a driver who passed the measuring point at a rapid speed of 129 km/h. Significantly exceeding the permitted speed is punished with a fine of 560 euros and a driving ban of two months. Such checks are not only routine, but also serve as prevention and to educate people about the dangers of excessive speed.

Police emphasize that speeding is one of the most common causes of traffic accidents. Many of these accidents have serious consequences that affect both those involved and their families. Due to these risks, it is the duty of the police to carry out regular speed checks and thus ensure greater safety on the roads.

The affected drivers will receive a fine notice from the Central Fines Office in Magdeburg in the coming weeks. It is important that all road users respect the applicable speed limits to ensure the safety of all road users.

For further information on the controls carried out and the background to the measures, see the current reporting on meetingpoint-jl.de.