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Guardia Civil Probes 28-Year-Old After 261 km/h Social-Media Drive With Seven Aboard

Investigators say the videos show extreme speeding with unbelted minors during an Aug. 30 trip between Santander and León.

Overview

  • The Traffic Group identified the vehicle and its driver and has opened formal proceedings, naming him as an investigado.
  • Two videos posted online showed speeds estimated between 244 and 261 km/h, according to police analysis.
  • The footage was geolocated to the A-67 near Calahorra de Boedo in Palencia and the A-231 at El Burgo Ranero in León.
  • Seven people were in the five-seat car, with five in the rear without seat belts and four of the occupants being minors.
  • Potential charges include excessive speed or reckless driving, which could bring prison terms and multiyear driving disqualifications.