This driver’s 'crazy' excuse after getting 22 demerit points has everyone talking
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Navigating the roads as a learner driver can be a daunting experience, with the weight of responsibility and the need to adhere to strict rules.
However, one young driver's recent encounter with the law has sparked a conversation among the community, especially those who have been on the roads for decades and have seen it all.
Over the Easter long weekend, when families gather and travel together, a 20-year-old learner driver in Western Sydney made a series of decisions that led to a series of penalties.
Caught driving at a speed of over 80km/h in a 50km/h zone in Eastern Creek at around 5:35 pm on Saturday, the young man's excuse to the police was, to put it mildly, quite 'crazy.'
He claimed he was speeding because the road was 'empty’.
The driver’s transgressions didn't stop there.
The driver, who had only held his learner's permit for five months, was accompanied by two passengers with international licences, but no fully licensed Australian driver as required by law.
His mobile phone was mounted in a cradle, displaying maps.
‘Learners and provisional drivers are not permitted to have any use of a mobile phone while driving, including for the purpose of maps,’ NSW Police stated.
His car was also missing the mandatory L-plates—adding to the already long list of violations.
The consequences were swift and severe.
The driver was issued penalty notices for multiple violations. His learner's permit was also suspended on the spot for three months and acquired 22 demerit points.
The NSW Police Traffic and Highway Patrol Command took to their Facebook page to share details of the offence, which quickly attracted comments from concerned motorists.
'Must be crazy,' one person commented.
'Yay, only three months 'til he is back on the road again,' another commented sarcastically.
This incident comes against a backdrop of a particularly tragic Easter long weekend on NSW roads, with eight fatalities reported.
Police were vigilant throughout this period, issuing 5,709 speed infringements and conducting 232,092 breath tests, which resulted in 295 drink-driving charges.
Officers also carried out 17,256 roadside drug tests, with 863 returning positive results.
This story highlights the need for continuous education and reinforcement of road safety, especially for young and inexperienced drivers.
The rules are in place to protect all road users, and they, like the rest of us, have to understand the value of caution and respect for the law when behind the wheel.
Have you encountered similar situations on the road? What advice would you give to learner drivers to ensure they understand the gravity of their responsibilities? Share your thoughts on this incident in the comments section below.
However, one young driver's recent encounter with the law has sparked a conversation among the community, especially those who have been on the roads for decades and have seen it all.
Over the Easter long weekend, when families gather and travel together, a 20-year-old learner driver in Western Sydney made a series of decisions that led to a series of penalties.
Caught driving at a speed of over 80km/h in a 50km/h zone in Eastern Creek at around 5:35 pm on Saturday, the young man's excuse to the police was, to put it mildly, quite 'crazy.'
He claimed he was speeding because the road was 'empty’.
The driver’s transgressions didn't stop there.
A newly-licenced driver went ‘crazy’ on the road for speeding, among other violations. Image Credit: Adrien Olichon/Pexels
The driver, who had only held his learner's permit for five months, was accompanied by two passengers with international licences, but no fully licensed Australian driver as required by law.
His mobile phone was mounted in a cradle, displaying maps.
‘Learners and provisional drivers are not permitted to have any use of a mobile phone while driving, including for the purpose of maps,’ NSW Police stated.
His car was also missing the mandatory L-plates—adding to the already long list of violations.
The consequences were swift and severe.
The driver was issued penalty notices for multiple violations. His learner's permit was also suspended on the spot for three months and acquired 22 demerit points.
The NSW Police Traffic and Highway Patrol Command took to their Facebook page to share details of the offence, which quickly attracted comments from concerned motorists.
'Must be crazy,' one person commented.
'Yay, only three months 'til he is back on the road again,' another commented sarcastically.
This incident comes against a backdrop of a particularly tragic Easter long weekend on NSW roads, with eight fatalities reported.
Police were vigilant throughout this period, issuing 5,709 speed infringements and conducting 232,092 breath tests, which resulted in 295 drink-driving charges.
Officers also carried out 17,256 roadside drug tests, with 863 returning positive results.
This story highlights the need for continuous education and reinforcement of road safety, especially for young and inexperienced drivers.
The rules are in place to protect all road users, and they, like the rest of us, have to understand the value of caution and respect for the law when behind the wheel.
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