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Broadmeadows unlicensed learner driver caught doing 162km/h on Calder

By Star Weekly

An unlicensed learner driver from Broadmeadows who was caught drink driving and speeding in an unregistered vehicle on the Calder Freeway near Gisborne is expected to face a string of charges. 

Police caught the man, 37, travelling in a Holden sedan at 162km/h in a 110 zone about 4.20pm on February 20. 

The man returned a positive breath test but refused to go with police for a formal test at the station.

His car was impounded under anti-hoon legislation. He is expected to be charged on summons.

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