Drug-driver caught in Trowbridge banned for three years
Sniffer cop spots cannabis stench
Daniel Palmer, 29, was caught red-handed on Stallard Street, Trowbridge, last October. A police officer on patrol stopped his Nissan Note and immediately noticed the unmistakable smell of cannabis. A roadside drug wipe test was carried out – and Palmer failed.
More than just weed found
After his arrest, Palmer was taken into custody where officers found a small stash of amphetamine on him. Prosecuted at swindon/" title="Swindon" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Swindon Magistrates Court this week, he pleaded guilty to drug driving and possession of a Class B drug.
Harsh penalties handed down
- Three-year driving ban
- £80 fine
- Community order with unpaid work
Road safety warning from the cops
“Driving under the influence of drugs is one of the fatal four – a major cause of serious injury and fatal crashes,” said PC Paul Brewster of the Roads Policing Unit. “If you suspect drug or drink driving, call us. We’ll act.”
To report suspected drug or drink drivers, contact police on 101. In emergencies, dial 999.
