Florida Teen Arrested for 106 MPH Speeding, Blames Mom

Speeding Arrest in Florida

• 🚨 A 19-year-old driver was pulled over in Fort Meyers, Florida, for traveling at 106 miles per hour.
• 👮 The arresting officer informed the driver that his speed was an arrestable offense under Florida's new Super Speeder Law.

Driver's Explanation

• 🚗 The driver attempted to explain his speed by stating his mom was rushing him to take someone home.
• ⚠️ He claimed his mom wanted him to drive 106 mph over the bridge, a statement the officer questioned.
• 🗣️ The driver later admitted it was his mistake and that he had started to slow down.

Legal Consequences

• ⚖️ The officer informed the driver that exceeding the speed limit by 50 miles per hour or more is an arrestable offense in Florida.
• ⛓️ The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and informed he would be taken to Lee County Jail.
• ⏳ He was told he would likely be able to bond out in approximately 4 hours.