A routine traffic stop in Trowbridge led to an unexpected encounter between Police and a self-proclaimed motor racing technician who failed to notice an illegal tyre on his BMW 118ES. The incident, which occurred recently, highlights the importance of adhering to road safety regulations and the interactions between motorists and police officers.

Members of the Wiltshire Specialist Operations Unit, specifically the Road Policing Unit (RPU), were conducting their regular duties when they spotted a BMW 118ES in Trowbridge. Upon closer inspection, the officers noticed that the vehicle had an illegal tyre fitted to the rear.

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