Teen Caught Driving Over 100 MPH with 9 Passengers

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A Columbia County teen faces a number of charges after State Police say they clocked him traveling over 100 miles per hour in a 45 mile per hour zone.

Not only was the 16-year-old speeding in New Lebanon, New York, but he was also allegedly found to be driving under the influence. During the traffic stop, Troopers say nine juvenile passengers were in the Honda Civic, including two that were found riding in the trunk. Four of the nine passengers were under the age of 16.

The unidentified teen was arrested on four felony counts of aggravated driving while intoxicated under Leandra’s Law.

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