Orlando, FL – A 43-year-old man was arrested in Orlando Thursday evening after allegedly driving 140 mph in a 70-mph zone, telling deputies he was simply late for work, according to an arrest report from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Caught at Nearly Double the Speed Limit
The arrest occurred on State Road 417 near Lake Nona Boulevard, where a deputy in an unmarked patrol vehicle observed a Mercedes-Benz pass at approximately 100 mph. The deputy then pursued the vehicle, clocking it at 140 mph for around 30 seconds before executing a traffic stop on the outside shoulder just north of Lake Nona Blvd and before Narcoossee Road.
Driver Identified and Arrested
The driver was identified as Jordan Vactor, a resident of Orlando. Upon being pulled over, Vactor reportedly told the deputy that he was speeding because he didn’t want to be late for work, as reported by ClickOrlando. His explanation, however, did little to reduce the severity of the situation.
Vactor was charged with dangerous excessive speeding, a criminal offense under Florida law, often applied in cases where drivers exceed speed limits by extreme margins—especially over 50 mph above posted limits, sometimes referred to as “super speeding.”
Legal Ramifications for Excessive Speeding in Florida
While Florida does not have an official “Super Speeder” law like Georgia, driving at 140 mph can lead to serious legal consequences:
- Criminal traffic charges, especially for reckless or dangerous driving.
- License suspension or revocation.
- Increased insurance rates or potential cancellation of coverage.
- Hefty fines and possible jail time, depending on whether other aggravating factors (such as endangering others or prior offenses) are involved.
Vactor was taken into custody but has since bonded out, according to court records.
Speeding on State Roads Remains a Persistent Danger
State Road 417 is a heavily traveled toll road in Central Florida. Despite being a high-speed expressway, the 70-mph limit is strictly enforced, particularly due to the high volume of commuters and nearby residential developments.
Law enforcement has increasingly used unmarked vehicles and aerial patrols to catch speeders and aggressive drivers. Incidents such as this highlight the continued public safety risk posed by extreme speeding.
Public Safety First
Deputies emphasized that no matter the reason, traveling at such speeds puts countless lives at risk, including the driver’s. “Being late for work,” one official noted, “is never a justification for endangering everyone else on the road.”
Final Thoughts
Jordan Vactor’s case serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of reckless driving, particularly at speeds that double posted limits. As traffic enforcement tightens across Florida, drivers are urged to consider the risk not just to themselves but to others sharing the road.
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