Wiltshire Speedsters Slammed During Road Safety Crackdown
More than 50 traffic offence reports were slapped on drivers caught risking lives on Wiltshire’s roads during a tough week of action. The roads policing unit, backed by special constables and local community teams, targeted hotspot troublemakers flagged by the public.
120mph Madness and More Shocking Speeding
The campaign aimed to cut serious injuries and deaths by cracking down on speeding, aligned with national Road Safety Week. While many stuck to limits, a few drivers clearly had no regard for safety.
- A 19-year-old man was arrested for driving at a reckless 120mph on the M4 between junctions 16 and 17, suspected of drugged driving. He’s now released under investigation.
- Another driver in a Transit van was clocked at 100mph on the M4. He faced court not just for speeding, but also for driving disqualified, without insurance, and taking the vehicle without consent. The van was seized.
- A Ford Focus driver hit 113mph on the M4.
- A Mazda MX-5 driver was stopped for 120mph.
In just three days of blitz, officers dealt with 51 traffic offence reports and gave speed advice to over 100 motorists.
Clear Warning From Police
Insp Mark Freeman praised the crackdown: “I’m really pleased with the force’s work targeting those speeding in Wiltshire. Roads might be quieter with lockdown, but some are using that as an excuse to speed — it won’t be tolerated.
“While enforcement is key, the education on the devastating impacts of collisions hit home with the public. Our fight continues against the ‘fatal four’: speeding, drink/drug driving, mobile phone use, and no seatbelts.”
He added: “Drivers must check their vehicle’s roadworthiness and drive carefully, especially in winter conditions. The speed limit is never a target; slower driving could save lives.”
Road Safety a Top Priority for Wiltshire
Police and Crime Commissioner Angus Macpherson supports the crackdown and ongoing efforts like community speed watch. He urged: “There is never an excuse to speed. Excessive speed wrecks lives — victims, families, friends, even first responders all suffer.”
Angus said he looks forward to community speed watch teams returning safely, working alongside new Traffic Enforcement Officers and cameras to educate and enforce road safety.
“Killed and seriously injured collisions have risen recently. Reducing road harm remains a top priority for police and the OPCC.”
