Controversial influencer Andrew Tate has been caught speeding at 196km/h (121mph) in a Romanian village where the legal limit was just 50km/h. The incident, which occurred two days ago in the village of Bujoreni, 184km from Bucharest, has added to the growing list of legal issues surrounding the 38-year-old British-American.
Speeding at Nearly Four Times the Limit
According to Romanian authorities, Tate was fined £310 ($420) and had his driving license suspended for 120 days. The former kickboxer was clocked by radar driving at a speed nearly four times over the limit—an offense considered highly dangerous by local law enforcement.
Romania’s police department emphasized that “excessive speed remains one of the leading causes of road deaths in the country.”
Tate Denies Offense, Plans Appeal
Tate immediately denied the charges, claiming on social media that the radar gun used was “calibrated incorrectly”. He wrote, “I would never do this,” asserting that the charge is “grossly false” and that he plans to appeal in court.
Despite the suspension, Tate claimed he would “enjoy full and normal driving privileges in the meantime.”
Repeat Offender on the Roads
This isn’t the first time Tate has faced trouble for reckless driving. In April 2021, he was caught driving a Porsche at 138km/h near Bucharest. A year earlier, he was fined for speeding in Germany. In January 2023, Romanian authorities seized several of his luxury cars, including a Bugatti and multiple Lamborghinis, amid broader legal investigations.
Legal Troubles Continue to Mount
The speeding incident comes as Tate and his brother, Tristan Tate, face rape and human trafficking charges in Romania. They also face 21 criminal charges in the UK, including coercion and sex trafficking. In addition, a civil lawsuit is pending in the US, filed by an ex-girlfriend alleging sexual assault Andrew Tate.
The Tate brothers have consistently denied all allegations and claim they are victims of a conspiracy. They are currently allowed to travel within Romania and internationally, pending trial, under certain court-imposed conditions.
Tate’s Online Persona and Past Remarks
Tate, known for his provocative online persona and collection of luxury sports cars, has drawn sharp criticism for openly praising Romanian “corruption” as more “accessible.” He once stated, “If corruption exists, which it does, let us all play.”
He has also mocked British police for refusing bribes, claiming that such experiences led him to move his businesses to Romania in 2017.
Conclusion
The latest speeding charge further complicates the Tate brothers’ legal standing, particularly as they await trial in multiple countries. While Tate may appeal the fine, public opinion continues to be divided over his conduct and high-profile lifestyle.
