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Speeding on country road: Speed camera catches driver at 151 km/h!
On June 15, 2025, numerous speeding violations were detected on the L561 in the Ennepe-Ruhr district. 142 drivers received warning fines.
Speeding on country road: Speed camera catches driver at 151 km/h!
On Sunday, June 15th, the police discovered a massive speeding violation on Highway 561, which brought the safety awareness of road users into focus. 1,480 vehicles were measured within just five and a half hours, and the result was alarming: one in seven vehicles exceeded the maximum permitted speed of 70 km/h. So localdirekt.de reports that a total of 142 drivers received a warning and 58 drivers have to expect an administrative offense report.
What's particularly frightening is the fact that the fastest driver was clocked at a whopping 151 km/h, more than twice the speed limit. This shows that there should be no compromise when it comes to speed. Four drivers are also facing a fine and a driving ban. Such excessive speeds are not only against traffic regulations, but also pose a serious threat to all road users.
Statistical backgrounds
The official statistics on traffic violations show that speeding is one of the most common administrative offenses. According to kba.de, the registered speeding violations in 2024 were 1,865,722 for men and 547,013 for women. These figures make it clear that speeding is not just an isolated incident but is a serious problem that needs to be addressed urgently.
The offenses documented in the Driving Fitness Register (FAER) also include numerous other violations, from drunk driving to using a cell phone while driving. In 2024 alone, 3,888,334 administrative offenses were registered. This clearly shows that road safety in Germany often does not receive the necessary attention.
Fines and consequences
However, what happens if you get caught? The Bußgeldkatalog lists the penalties for speeding and makes it clear that these can vary considerably. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 60 km/h can quickly result in a fine of 800 euros and a driving ban of three months. There are also points in Flensburg that can lead to further sanctions, especially in the event of repeat offenses.
A driving ban is issued if you exceed the speed limit twice within a year by more than 26 km/h. This is a clear indication that as a driver you should not only follow the traffic rules, but also take responsibility towards other road users.
Overall, it must be noted that it is time to question your own driving style and raise awareness of road safety. Anyone who behaves recklessly not only endangers themselves, but also others. Let's all make the streets safer.