Major Road Safety Crackdown Hits the Streets
Police joined forces with the DVSA in a massive operation targeting road safety. Teams from the Roads Policing Unit (RPU), safety camera van crew, and Commercial Vehicle Unit worked all day to clean up Britain’s highways.
856 Miles Patrolled – Hundreds Caught Off Guard
The combined teams covered an impressive 856 miles, stopping vehicles at service areas for checks. They uncovered 108 safety issues, from shaky load security to blatant lane breaking.
- 48 drivers caught speeding
- Mobile phone use behind the wheel
- Careless and dangerous driving
- Drivers caught while disqualified
Cars Seized and Roadworthy Failures
Two vehicles were seized immediately — one untaxed, another driven by a disqualified motorist without insurance. Three more were “prohibited,” forcing drivers to fix problems before hitting the road again.
PC Jay Dewane’s Warning: Don’t Risk It
“The safety of our roads is the responsibility of all who are using them,” said PC Jay Dewane of the RPU. “It’s heartbreaking to see the damage crashes cause. Even on a wet day, while most drive safely, some still take dangerous risks. It’s simply not worth it. Make sure you and your vehicle are road-legal and drive safe.”
