CONCORD, N.H. — New Hampshire authorities say an 18-year-old clocked at 101 mph on Interstate 93 south near Concord told police he was late for class.

A state trooper observed a pickup truck traveling much faster than the posted 55-mph speed limit Tuesday morning. The truck decelerated to 80 mph as it closed on traffic.

The trooper eventually stopped the driver.

Nicholas Tobin of Concord was arrested on a charge of reckless operation. He has a Jan. 8 court date.

He could not be reached by phone for comment; a number was not listed for him.