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Bonita Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Florida Woman Arrested for Driving 123 MPH with BAC 3 Times Legal Limit
Siria Lopez cited for speeding, DUI, and other violations after high-speed incident on U.S. 41 in Bonita Springs.
Apr. 9, 2026 at 10:06pm
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A high-speed chase and DUI arrest expose the reckless disregard for public safety on Florida's roads.Bonita Springs TodayA 26-year-old Florida woman was arrested on Wednesday after a deputy caught her driving 123 mph on U.S. 41 in Bonita Springs while impaired, with a blood alcohol content (BAC) nearly three times the legal limit. Siria Lopez was charged with driving over 100 mph and DUI, and also cited for careless aggressive driving, modified exhaust, and improper turn signal. The passenger in the vehicle was also cited for driving 109 mph on the same road.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the dangers of reckless, high-speed driving while under the influence, which puts both the driver and the public at serious risk of injury or death. Law enforcement in Florida have been cracking down on these types of egregious traffic violations to improve road safety.
The details
According to the Lee County Sheriff's Office, a deputy clocked Siria Lopez driving 123 mph on U.S. 41 in Bonita Springs. When the deputy pulled her over, Lopez blew a 0.23 on a breathalyzer test, nearly three times the legal limit of 0.08. In body camera footage, when asked why she was speeding, Lopez said 'Honestly, it's just cause he has a Supra, and then I thought it was all right to go fast and everything.' In addition to the DUI and excessive speed charges, Lopez was also cited for careless aggressive driving, modified exhaust, and improper turn signal. The passenger in the vehicle was cited for driving 109 mph on the same road.
- On April 9, 2026, deputies pulled over Siria Lopez for driving 123 mph on U.S. 41 in Bonita Springs.
The players
Siria Lopez
A 26-year-old Florida resident who was arrested for driving 123 mph with a blood alcohol content nearly three times the legal limit.
Lee County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that arrested Siria Lopez and cited the passenger for high-speed driving violations on U.S. 41 in Bonita Springs.
What they’re saying
“Honestly, it's just cause he has a Supra, and then I thought it was all right to go fast and everything.”
— Siria Lopez
What’s next
Lopez is expected to appear in court in the coming weeks to face the charges. The Lee County Sheriff's Office has stated they will continue to aggressively enforce traffic laws to keep roads safe.
The takeaway
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the serious risks and consequences of driving at extremely high speeds while impaired. It underscores the need for continued vigilance and enforcement by law enforcement to deter such reckless behavior and protect public safety.
