Andorran Driver Detained for 182 km/h Speeding on 80 km/h N-260 Road
Mossos d'Esquadra officers arrested the 26-year-old resident during a radar check at km 181, classifying the violation as a criminal offence. He appeared in Puigcerdà court this morning, with fines pending.
Key Points
- 26-year-old Andorran caught at 182 km/h on 80 km/h N-260 stretch at km 181.
- Excess speed over double limit deemed criminal offense against road safety.
- Detained overnight without Spanish residency; appeared in Puigcerdà court today.
- Road links La Seu d'Urgell-Puigcerdà; repairs planned, no injuries reported.
Mossos d'Esquadra officers detained a 26-year-old Andorran resident yesterday after radar detected his vehicle travelling at 182 km/h on a 80 km/h stretch of the N-260 in Guils de Cerdanya municipality.
The incident occurred around 12:45 during a dedicated speed check at kilometre marker 181. Officers classified the excess speed—more than double the limit—as a criminal offence against road safety under Spanish law. Lacking Spanish residency or nationality, the driver was held to ensure his court appearance.
This morning, he appeared before the on-duty investigating judge at Puigcerdà court, where penalties including a substantial fine remain pending.
The N-260 links La Seu d'Urgell and Puigcerdà, a common route for drivers from Andorra. Police noted the road's deteriorated surface in this area, with repair works scheduled soon. No accidents or injuries were reported.
Original Sources
This article was aggregated from the following Catalan-language sources:
- Diari d'Andorra•
Cacen un conductor del país a 182 per hora a l’N-260
- Bon Dia•
Detingut el conductor d'un cotxe andorrà per circular a 182 km/h en un tram limitat a 80 km/h
- El Periòdic•
Detingut un conductor amb matricula andorrana per circular a 182 km/h en un tram de 80 km/h a Guils de Cerdanya
- Altaveu•
Un conductor andorrà és enxampat a 182 quilòmetres per hora a l'N-260
- Diari d'Andorra•
Detingut un andorrà per circular a 182 quilòmetres per hora a l'N-260
- ARA•
Controlen un andorrà a la Cerdanya circulant a 182 km/h