Man Accused Of Driving At 130 MPH On Busy Connecticut Roadway

A 24-year-old man was charged with reckless driving after police said he drove at a speed of 130 mph in Connecticut.

Brendan Clark
Photo Credit: *Connecticut State Police*

08/19/2022 11:00 a.m.

Authorities in Litchfield County saw a Dodge Challenger traveling "significantly faster" than surrounding traffic on Route 8 in Torrington at about 6:50 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 17, Connecticut State Police reported.

Police pulled directly behind the Dodge and drove at a speed of 130 mph on a calibrated speedometer for about four miles before initiating a traffic stop, State Police reported.

Troopers arrested the driver, identified as Hartford County resident Brendan Clark, of Farmington, police said.

Clark was released on a $500 non-surety bond and is set to appear in court on Friday, Sept. 2, according to the report.

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