COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Colorado Springs police are warning drivers about the dangers of street racing and its consequences after busting people participating in the illegal activity.

Around 11:15 Saturday night, a Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) officer came across dozens of vehicles and people street racing near Drennan Road and Astrozon Boulevard.

Although no arrests have been reported, CSPD wrote, “This is a courtesy reminder that living your life a quarter mile at time, aka street racing, is illegal in the City of Colorado Springs and the State of Colorado. Street racing is not only dangerous but carry with it severe legal and financial consequences.”

CSPD reminded drivers that racing is only allowed when on designated and/or closed courses.