Mad chase on the A4: Driving 222 km/h, this is the penalty for him

A 22-year-old man was recorded on his mobile phone while driving at speeds exceeding 280 kilometers per hour and overtaking on the wrong side of the road, according to police reports. The incident occurred on Zagreb's roads multiple times between January and mid-July of this year, during which the young driver engaged in reckless behavior, including speeding, dangerous lane changes, and using a motorcycle without proper licensing or insurance. Police have confirmed they will file a formal complaint against him for these offenses. According to the Krapina-Zagoria County Police, the suspect has been identified as having repeatedly driven recklessly in areas such as Marija Bistrica, Zlatara, Zabok, and Krapina. During one particularly alarming episode, he was caught driving on a stretch of state highway DC29 with a speed limit of 50 km/h, reaching speeds between 180 and 240 km/h on the opposite traffic lane, narrowly avoiding a head-on collision. In another instance, he drove over 200 km/h on a section of road with a similar speed restriction, moved the driver’s seat backward, and controlled the vehicle with his feet while recording himself on his phone. The police investigation revealed that the individual had used both a motorcycle and a personal car for these dangerous drives. On several occasions, he drifted around roundabouts in Zabok and Krapina, crossed lanes illegally, and forced other drivers to move aside by ignoring traffic signals. He either recorded his actions personally or allowed others to film them, subsequently sharing the footage publicly. As part of the ongoing criminal investigation, authorities temporarily confiscated the man's car and driving license. They plan to submit a formal report to the local municipal prosecution office, alleging that he committed the offense of reckless driving on public roads. The case highlights the growing concern among law enforcement regarding the increasing number of traffic violations and the need for stricter adherence to road safety regulations. In a separate incident, the Medimurje County Police conducted an intensified speed monitoring operation from August 3 to August 9, resulting in the identification of 232 traffic violations. Among these, 115 were related to excessive speed limits. One notable violation occurred on the A4 highway near the 19-kilometer mark, where a Hungarian-registered vehicle was clocked traveling at 222 km/h on a stretch with a posted speed limit of 130 km/h. This exceeded the legal limit by 92 km/h, prompting the police to notify the vehicle owner of the infraction. The fine for this particular offense ranges from €660 to €1,990. The police also documented numerous other violations, including seven instances of driving under the influence of alcohol, six cases of improper mobile phone usage while driving, and 47 incidents of not wearing seat belts. Additional infractions included expired driving licenses, unauthorized driving before obtaining a valid license, and operating vehicles that were either unregistered or technically unsuitable for road use. During the weekend, the Primorsko-Gorska County Police recorded 376 traffic violations and noted 56 traffic accidents. Five individuals suffered serious injuries, while eight others sustained minor injuries. Among the violations, there were 108 cases of speeding, 39 instances of not using seat belts, 25 cases involving alcohol consumption, and four instances of illegal mobile phone use while driving. Additionally, five drivers were found to be operating vehicles before obtaining their driving licenses, two were caught driving despite being banned, and four were using unregistered or faulty vehicles. One of the more severe cases involved a 52-year-old motorcyclist who tested positive for 2.27 grams of alcohol per kilogram of blood. The motorcyclist was also riding in the wrong direction and had an expired driving license. He was detained until the effects of the alcohol wore off and faced a fine of €1,670 along with a four-month ban on operating motor vehicles. Another concerning incident took place on the A6 highway near Zečeva Draga, where a driver was caught traveling at 203 km/h on a section with a speed limit of 100 km/h. Authorities are preparing to impose penalties based on the Road Safety Act. A 56-year-old Croatian citizen was also arrested after being found driving despite a protective measure banning him from operating vehicles in category B. His car was temporarily seized, and he faces a fine of €2,650, potential jail time, a new 12-month ban on driving category B vehicles, and permanent confiscation of his car. On the streets of Zagreb, a video capturing reckless behavior sparked controversy. It showed five young men, one on an electric bicycle and four on scooters, racing down the leftmost lane heading east on Škorpikova Avenue, wearing helmets only at the front and back. The video, uploaded to a Facebook page titled "Traffic Accidents and Incidents," generated hundreds of comments criticizing the disregard for traffic rules. Some users called for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and mandatory education on road safety, emphasizing the risks posed by such irresponsible behavior.