A motorist has been arrested for allegedly traveling at 172 kilometers an hour in a 120 kilometer an hour zone on the N1 at Settlers, near Modimolle in Limpopo on Monday.

Limpopo Transport Department spokesperson, Mashudu Mabata has urged motorists to abide by traffic regulations.

“A driver of a black volkswaggen was arrested and detained at Bela Bela police station.”

“Speeding puts the life of motorist, passengers and other road users at risk. This incident serves as a clear reminder that there are consequences for failing to obey the rules of the road,” says Mabata.

-Reporting by Ndivhuwo Setlako