On December 23, the Main Road Transport Inspectorate re‑mounted the TraffiStar SR390 speed camera at Aleje Jerozolimskie 239 near Ursus, immediately activating it after adding surveillance cameras installed earlier that month.
Record-Breaking Speed Camera at Aleje Jerozolimskie 239
The device first appeared at the intersection with Ryżowa street in November 2024 on a 50 km/h section. In less than a month it recorded almost 8 000 speed violations, quickly becoming one of Warsaw’s most effective speed cameras. By the end of 2024 it had logged over 9 000 infractions, and by the end of January 2025 the count reached about 12 500, earning it the title of record holder and a reputation as a “terror” among drivers.
History of Vandalism and Repairs
On 5 February 2025 the camera’s housing was deliberately destroyed, forcing the inspectorate to dismantle it. The repair cost was estimated at around 50 000 zł and was handled by the Ursus police. After removal the radar stayed out of service for several months while it was repaired and evaluated for better protection. It was re‑installed on 17 April, activated the next day, but only operated for a little over 24 hours before being destroyed again on the night of 18–19 April. The second attack involved an individual striking the housing with an axe‑like object, leading to total damage and a cost estimate in the tens of thousands of zł. The camera was sent back to service after this assault.
Third Installation and Enhanced Monitoring
To prevent further vandalism, the inspectorate installed monitoring cameras on 8 December at the same mast used for the speed camera. After conducting tests, the vehicle traffic supervision centre approved a fourth, final installation of the speed camera on 23 December. The camera was immediately powered on and began recording drivers exceeding the 50 km/h limit, again targeting a busy ingress route where drivers often treat Aleje Jerozolimskie as a highway.
Future Protection Measures
The inspectorate now plans to secure the location with a road board from the City Roads Management and to minimize the risk of further attacks. With both surveillance cameras and enhanced site security, the speed camera at Aleje Jerozolimskie 239 is set to operate permanently, requiring drivers to adhere strictly to the 50 km/h limit and offering law‑enforcement agencies a more reliable, long‑term monitoring tool.
