Oxford Speed Sign Captures 98 MPH Driver

OXFORD, CT — A portable digital speed sign recently deployed by Oxford police recorded drivers traveling as fast as 98 mph, prompting plans for increased traffic enforcement in the affected areas.

The Oxford Police Department said the portable sign displays a driver's speed while also recording the speed and time of every passing vehicle. While the device is not used to issue tickets, police said the data helps identify areas where speeding is a problem.

The sign was placed on Quaker Farms Road from June 8 through June 15, where the posted speed limit is 45 mph.

During that week, the device recorded:

• 19,792 vehicles
• Lowest speed: 10 mph
• Highest speed: 98 mph
• Average speed: 42 mph

The sign was later moved to Chestnut Tree Hill Road Extension from July 1 through July 10, where the speed limit is 30 mph.

During that deployment, it recorded:

• 17,736 vehicles
• Lowest speed: 10 mph
• Highest speed: 82 mph
• Average speed: 34 mph

Police called the highest recorded speeds at both locations "concerning" and said the information will be used to identify areas where targeted traffic enforcement is needed.

"We ask all motorists to slow down and obey the posted speed limits," the department said. "Speeding through our neighborhoods puts everyone at risk and may result in traffic citations or, when warranted, arrest."