November 9, 2026
Media Contact:
Michele Bowman, MPIO
(571) 541-7757
lpd-pio@leesburgva.gov
Leesburg Police Stop 14-Year-Old Driver Traveling More Than 80 MPH
Leesburg, VA (November 9, 2026) – The Leesburg Police Department (LPD) has charged a 14-year-old juvenile following a traffic stop involving excessive speed and driving without a license.
At approximately 1:04 a.m., on Sunday, November 8, an LPD officer conducted a traffic stop in the area of the Leesburg Bypass and South King Street after observing a vehicle traveling more than 80 mph.
During the traffic stop, the officer determined that the driver was 14 years old and did not possess a valid driver's license.
The juvenile was issued summonses for reckless driving and driving without a license. The matter was also referred to the Department of Juvenile Justice Services for review and consideration of additional action.
“Driving at excessive speeds puts everyone on the road at risk. That danger is compounded when someone gets behind the wheel without a license and potentially without the training and experience necessary to operate a vehicle safely,” said Leesburg Police Chief Thea Pirnat. “Regardless of age, driving is a serious responsibility, and reckless decisions behind the wheel can have devastating consequences.”
Due to the driver's age, no identifying information will be released.
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