MADISON, Wis. — Madison police arrested a man Monday morning after they said he was driving over 50 mph in a school zone.
Police said the incident occurred near the intersection of South Segoe and Mineral Point roads, which is only a few blocks away from Van Hise Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School.
Officers allegedly saw the 23-year-old man driving 52 mph while crossing guards and students were in the area just after 8:30 a.m. The speed limit for the school zone is 20 mph.
The driver was cited for speed and driving with a suspended license. He was arrested and faces charges of felony bail jumping.
News 3 Now is not naming the driver at this time as part of a policy not to name people accused of crimes until they have been formally charged in court. Click here to learn more about the policy. He was taken to the Dane County Jail.
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