Officers confirmed the driver had only passed their test less than five months ago
A restricted driver was caught going 135mph on the M1 at the weekend, police say.
In a statement on social media, NI Road Policing and Safety officers said a vehicle was recorded going 90mph over the restricted speed limit.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “Road Policing Officers from Mahon Road were conducting a speed check on the M1 when they detected a vehicle travelling at 135mph.
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“To make the situation worse the vehicle was also displaying R plates. The vehicle was stopped and the driver confirmed they passed their test less than five months ago.
“The matter will be reported to the Public Prosecution Service.”
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