Police caught a Kangaroo Point teen after posting videos of himself speeding at nearly 240km/h through Brisbane streets and was later sentenced to probation and community service.
In May and June 2024, Adrian Becerra Stoyanova, 19, filmed himself racing a Ducati motorbike across the Pacific Motorway and Captain Cook Bridge, often weaving dangerously between vehicles. Police raided his Kangaroo Point residence in June, seizing GoPro footage showing the offences.
Dangerous Driving Captured on Video
The videos, recorded by Becerra Stoyanova himself, showed him speeding at over three times the legal limit. One video from 24 May showed him driving at 123km/h in a 70km/h zone and later reaching 157km/h as he raced with another motorcyclist. He was seen cutting between cars and speeding down multiple lanes before reaching a peak of 238km/h on the Captain Cook Bridge.
Two days later, another video showed the 19-year-old driving at 225km/h between two vehicles on a Brisbane road. Police say his driving placed others at significant risk and that he regularly exceeded legal speed limits. The court heard Becerra Stoyanova had a history of traffic offences, including 10 speeding convictions over one week in late May.
Court Sentencing and Response
During his hearing at Brisbane Magistrates Court, Becerra Stoyanova pleaded guilty to three counts of dangerous driving and driving without a licence. The court noted that despite a series of past speeding violations, he had continued to engage in risky behaviour.
Magistrate Linda Bradford-Morgan criticised his actions, stating that his dangerous driving could have resulted in serious injury or death. She questioned whether the young rider was “suicidal or intent on killing someone else.”
Although prison time was considered, she ultimately sentenced him to one year’s probation, 120 hours of community service, and two years of disqualification from driving.
Becerra Stoyanova’s lawyer presented character references and said his client was remorseful for his actions. He had completed part of a Queensland Traffic Offenders Program, and his lawyer stated he had shown a responsible attitude toward work and work safety.
The court also heard that Becerra Stoyanova was not authorised to ride his 850cc Ducati, as his licence only permitted him to operate bikes under 600cc.
Community Concerns
The Kangaroo Point community expressed concern over the incident, as dangerous driving continues to be a safety issue in the area. While some residents expressed relief that the teen had been caught, others questioned whether the penalties imposed would be enough to prevent further reckless behaviour on Brisbane’s roads.
The case has highlighted the ongoing issue of high-speed driving and social media glorification of such acts, raising discussions about the need for stricter enforcement and harsher consequences for repeat offenders.
Published 27-Sept-2024
