Driver arrested at Tabanovce after driving 168 km/h in an 80 km/h zone

A driver was arrested at the Tabanovce border crossing after police say he was driving at 168 km/h in a zone where the speed limit is 80 km/h.

High speed recorded at the border

The incident was recorded on 21 August 2026 at 19:42, when traffic officers stopped the vehicle at the Tabanovce checkpoint. According to police, the driver was traveling at 168 km/h in an area with an 80 km/h speed limit.

Officers detained the driver at the scene and took him to a nearby police station for further processing. Authorities said the case will be handled under the applicable traffic regulations and that formal charges or administrative sanctions will follow.

Police emphasized the dangers of excessive speed, especially on routes near border crossings where traffic conditions can change rapidly. They also said that intensified control measures at key checkpoints will continue.

The police appealed to all motorists to respect speed limits and drive with caution to reduce the risk of serious traffic accidents.

Photo: press material from the event