Woman Arrested for Drug Driving During Kent Police Crackdown
Kent Police cracked down on dangerous drivers in Canterbury, Herne Bay, and Whitstable on Monday 14 March 2022. Officers from Canterbury’s Community Policing Team and Kent’s Road Safety Unit carried out spot checks across the city centre and nearby towns.
Drug Driving Arrest in Whitstable
A 20-year-old woman was pulled over by a police motorcycle patrol in Whitstable and arrested on suspicion of drug driving. She has since been released under investigation as inquiries continue.
Speeders Nabbed and Riders Warned
- Two motorists in Herne Bay were slapped with Traffic Offence Reports for speeding over 40mph in a 30mph zone.
- In Canterbury city centre, cops spoke to around 20 moped, e-scooter, and bicycle riders, warning them that riding in the area was not permitted.
Police: Driving Responsibility Is Key
“Kent Police is aware of the frustration dangerous and nuisance drivers cause for residents in the district. It is every motorist’s duty to ensure they drive in a way that does not impact on others,” said Sergeant Lee Thompson of the Canterbury Community Policing Team. “We will continue to carry out operations like this one to remind drivers of that responsibility.”
