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Tampa, FL - A late night traffic stop in the Tampa Bay area led to the arrest of a teenager after law enforcement reported extreme speeding on a busy interstate.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol arrest report, a 19 year old man was taken into custody early Sunday morning after allegedly driving at an exceptionally high rate of speed on Interstate 4 in Tampa.
Troopers say the incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. when they observed a Ford Mustang GT traveling eastbound at a speed far exceeding the posted 65 mile per hour limit.
The report states the vehicle was allegedly clocked at approximately 154 miles per hour, which is nearly 90 miles per hour over the legal speed limit.
Troopers also noted the road surface was wet at the time, increasing the risk to other drivers on the roadway.
The driver was reportedly weaving through traffic without signaling before a trooper initiated a traffic stop.
Law enforcement said the driver continued at high speed for a short period before eventually pulling over after emergency lights and sirens were activated.
The suspect was identified as Cirilo Rayo Callejas of Plant City.
The Florida Highway Patrol has stated that extreme speeding remains a major safety concern across the state, particularly on heavily traveled corridors like Interstate 4, and enforcement efforts continue to focus on preventing serious injuries and fatalities.
Rayo Callejas was taken into custody without resistance and transported to the Hillsborough County Jail.
He was booked on charges that include reckless driving and excessive speeding under Florida law.
Authorities confirmed no injuries or crashes were reported in connection with the incident.