Speeding driver caught clocking 65mph in 30mph zone claims he was late for work – now banned from the road
Blow to driver caught flying down Salisbury street
Daniel Walker, 43, from Burbage Wharf, Burbage, was nabbed by PC Hammond during routine speed checks on Downton Road, Salisbury. Walker was racing at 65mph in a 30mph zone – more than double the limit.
Heavy fines and driving ban handed down
Walker pleaded guilty at Swindon Magistrates’ Court and faced the consequences. He was slapped with a £660 fine, a £66 victim surcharge, and £110 court costs. To add insult to injury, he was banned from driving for 56 days.
Police issue stern warning on speeding dangers
“Being late for work is never an excuse for speeding,” said PC Hammond of the Salisbury Response Team. “Always plan ahead, leave plenty of time for your journey, and be prepared for unexpected delays.”
Speeding one of the deadly ‘Fatal Five’
Speeding is among the notorious ‘Fatal Five’ – the top five risky behaviours that greatly increase chances of injury or death on UK roads.
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Using a mobile phone while driving
- Failing to wear a seatbelt
- Careless or dangerous driving
- Speeding
These dangers impair reaction times and make stopping safely almost impossible, putting lives at serious risk.
