More than 150km/hr on the Monash

A 19-year-old probationary driver has been caught driving at an alleged speed of 156km/hr on the Monash Freeway in Wheelers Hill this morning.

Nunawading Highway Patrol officers responded to reports of a fast-moving Ford Falcon overtaking traffic outbound on the Monash about 1.30am.

Officers intercepted the Ford after it reached alleged speeds of up to 156km/hr.

The Berwick driver, a p-plater for less than a year, is expected to be charged on summons for driving offences.

His licence was suspended on the spot and the Ford was impounded for 30 days at cost of $1046.80.

Senior Constable Paul Hogan

Media Unit

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