Berkshire drunk driver caught speeding by police
POLICE officers have been busy stopping speeders after a day of action last week.
Thames Valley Police Special Roads Police targeted areas around Berkshire on Friday June 3, following concerns raised about local residents speeding.
And a speeding driver stopped by officers was found to be three times over the drink-driving limit.
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Here’s where they went and what action they took.
Richings Road, Iver, Slough
Three vehicles were stopped there for speeding, including one caught speeding 41mph in a 30mph zone.
Images via Thames Valley Police on Twitter
Waltham Road, Maidenhead
Seven vehicles were stopped for speeding. The fastest recorded was 51 mph in a 30 mph zone.
This driver and another caught at 50mph have been reported to court.
Images via Thames Valley Police on Twitter
Park Road, Bracknell
Seven other vehicles were stopped for speeding on this highway.
A driver will appear in court after being caught speeding at 54mph on a 30mph road.
Another driver was flagged by officers for speeding at 42mph.
Images via Thames Valley Police on Twitter
When they took a breath test, they were found to be three times over the drink-driving limit.
They were arrested and taken directly into custody.
A police spokesperson said: “We will continue to listen to local feedback and monitor community concerns and, where appropriate, take action against those who continue to pose a danger to those who use the roads.”