Driving through Falkenstein at 132 — 800-euro fine

A driver was caught by police in Falkenstein in the Vogtland region driving at 132 in an urban area. He now faces the highest fine available for speeding, according to the Zwickau Police Department: 800 euros plus fees. “In addition, he faces a three-month driving ban and two points on his license.” The reason for the speeding was not known to the police.

According to reports, 285 vehicles passed through the checkpoint during the operation. Thirty-three of them were traveling faster than the permitted 50 kilometers per hour, officials said.