The British-American personality is appealing a hefty fine and driving ban amid ongoing legal battles.
**Andrew Tate Faces Legal Trouble After Speeding Incident in Romania**
**Andrew Tate Faces Legal Trouble After Speeding Incident in Romania**
Controversial influencer caught driving at nearly four times the speed limit.
Andrew Tate, the divisive online figure, has landed himself in hot water once again, this time for speeding at 196 km/h (121 mph) in a 50 km/h zone in Romania. The incident occurred in Bujoreni, a village located roughly 184 km from Bucharest, as confirmed by local authorities. Tate, aged 38, was fined £310 ($420) and received a driving licence suspension of 120 days due to the nature of the offense. He maintains that he was not speeding and intends to appeal the charge.
This speeding violation is but one chapter in a larger saga involving Tate and his brother, Tristan, who are currently tackling significant legal issues under Romanian and international law. Among the serious charges they face are accusations of rape and human trafficking, which they both vehemently deny. While awaiting trial, the brothers are permitted to travel within Romania and abroad, under certain court-imposed restrictions.
The speeding incident occurred on Saturday, where police underscored that excessive speed is a leading factor in road fatalities in Romania. Tate later took to social media to dispute the claim, insisting that the radar gun was inaccurately calibrated and that he would never engage in such reckless driving. He expressed anticipation for a chance to prove his innocence and indicated that he would still enjoy "full and normal driving privileges" despite the suspension.
Tate, known for often showcasing his impressive collection of luxury sports cars, has a history of speeding violations. In 2021, he was apprehended for driving a Porsche at 138 km/h near Bucharest, and he received a speeding ticket in Germany the previous year. Romanian authorities have confiscated several of his high-end vehicles, tied to ongoing legal proceedings.
Tate has lambasted British authorities for not accepting bribes during traffic stops, labeling it "offensive," and cited this as a reason for relocating to Romania in 2017. He has frequently remarked on an "elite club" of individuals that supposedly live free from the issues that plague the rest of the population. As he put it, if corruption is a reality, then one should take full advantage of it.
Looking ahead, British prosecutors have stated that the Tate brothers will return to the UK to contend with 21 criminal charges, including rape and human trafficking, once their Romanian matters are resolved. Additionally, they are facing a civil lawsuit from four women who claim they were manipulated into sex work, along with a separate lawsuit in the US from an ex-girlfriend accusing Tate of sexual assault. Both brothers continue to profess their innocence amidst the weighty allegations.
This speeding violation is but one chapter in a larger saga involving Tate and his brother, Tristan, who are currently tackling significant legal issues under Romanian and international law. Among the serious charges they face are accusations of rape and human trafficking, which they both vehemently deny. While awaiting trial, the brothers are permitted to travel within Romania and abroad, under certain court-imposed restrictions.
The speeding incident occurred on Saturday, where police underscored that excessive speed is a leading factor in road fatalities in Romania. Tate later took to social media to dispute the claim, insisting that the radar gun was inaccurately calibrated and that he would never engage in such reckless driving. He expressed anticipation for a chance to prove his innocence and indicated that he would still enjoy "full and normal driving privileges" despite the suspension.
Tate, known for often showcasing his impressive collection of luxury sports cars, has a history of speeding violations. In 2021, he was apprehended for driving a Porsche at 138 km/h near Bucharest, and he received a speeding ticket in Germany the previous year. Romanian authorities have confiscated several of his high-end vehicles, tied to ongoing legal proceedings.
Tate has lambasted British authorities for not accepting bribes during traffic stops, labeling it "offensive," and cited this as a reason for relocating to Romania in 2017. He has frequently remarked on an "elite club" of individuals that supposedly live free from the issues that plague the rest of the population. As he put it, if corruption is a reality, then one should take full advantage of it.
Looking ahead, British prosecutors have stated that the Tate brothers will return to the UK to contend with 21 criminal charges, including rape and human trafficking, once their Romanian matters are resolved. Additionally, they are facing a civil lawsuit from four women who claim they were manipulated into sex work, along with a separate lawsuit in the US from an ex-girlfriend accusing Tate of sexual assault. Both brothers continue to profess their innocence amidst the weighty allegations.
