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'Mechanic testing engine' at 2am arrested for clocking 224km/h on N1

01 September 2014 - 09:35 By Sapa
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Speedometer. File photo.
Speedometer. File photo.
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A 36-year-old man apparently testing the engine of his car was arrested for driving at 224km/h on the N1 near Midrand on Sunday, Johannesburg metro police said.

Chief Superintendent Wayne Minnaar said the man was caught driving a grey Audi Q5 at 2am.

"He told the officers that he was a mechanic and was testing the engine when questioned about the speed," Minnaar said.

He paid a R1000 bail and was expected to appear in the Randburg Magistrate's Court soon.

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