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NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 13, 2026Hillsborough

Brevard County deputy stops driver traveling 117 mph

A driver was stopped by a deputy for traveling 117 miles per hour in Brevard County. The driver claimed he was speeding to reach a Buc-ee's restroom, despite being 60 miles away from the location.

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Why It Matters

This incident highlights local law enforcement's enforcement of speed limits on public roadways and the resulting public record of traffic violations.

Key Facts

  • A driver was clocked traveling at 117 miles per hour in Brevard County.
  • The driver stated he was speeding to reach a Buc-ee's restroom.
  • The sheriff's office reported the driver was 60 miles away from the Buc-ee's location at the time of the stop.

Who's Mentioned

other60“The distance in miles the driver was from his destination.”personOmar Soliman“The driver charged with reckless driving.”locationBrevard County“The jurisdiction where the traffic stop occurred.”personWayne Ivey“Brevard County Sheriff who commented on the incident.”organizationBuc-ee's“The destination cited by the driver.”other117“The speed in miles per hour the driver was traveling.”