In the opposite direction and in a zigzag: illegal street racing, a growing phenomenon in Spain
The Traffic Civil Guard dismantled 147 illicit competitions in the first half of the year, despite the serious risk to participants and other users.
Illegal street racing has surged across Spain, with thousands of people gathering in remote areas for high-speed competitions. The Guardia Civil's Traffic Group has dismantled 147 such events in the first half of the year nationwide. In a recent operation, Madrid's GIAT arrested 11 men aged 18-25 for reckless driving, document falsification, and other crimes.
The suspects face charges including organized crime, reckless driving, and disobedience to authority, with potential prison sentences ranging from three to eight years.
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