125 mph in the dark: Police chase ends at spike strip
A 19-year-old new driver was arrested Tuesday night after a high-speed police chase on Route 60. The driver allegedly reached 201 km/h (125 mph) in the dark, shut off the vehicle's lights, and attempted to flee pursuing officers. The chase ended when police deployed a spike strip, bringing the vehicle to a stop. The driver was taken into custody. The incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and high-speed police pursuits on Israeli highways. No injuries were reported.
A 19-year-old new driver was arrested Tuesday night after a high-speed police chase on Route 60. The driver allegedly reached 201 km/h (125 mph) in the dark, shut off the vehicle's lights, and attempted to flee pursuing officers. The chase ended when police deployed a spike strip, bringing the vehicle to a stop. The driver was taken into custody. The incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and high-speed police pursuits on Israeli highways.