Lincolnshire Police cracks down on driving offences in Stamford

Dozens of drivers were stopped as part of a crack down on traffic offences.

Officers from Lincolnshire Police joined community speedwatch volunteers for a day of action in Stamford.

Sixty-one drivers were stopped at locations in the town which were identified as hotspots for driving offences.

Fifty vehicles were clocked above the speed limit, with four summons issued to drivers for breaking the limit.

Other offences drivers were stopped for include having an insecure load, not wearing a seatbelt, an illegal tint on a vehicle window, a defective tyre and no MOT, tax or insurance.

Two drivers were also stopped under the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act.

Four breath tests and one drug wipe were carried out which all came back negative.

A spokesperson for Lincolnshire Police said: “The day of action was not just about enforcement, it was also a chance to educate drivers on issues that make them less safe on the road, conduct tyre safety checks in preparation for the winter months, as well being an opportunity for special constables to gain more experience in conducting roadside stops and issuing tickets.”

Coun Richard Cleaver, Lincolnshire County and South Kesteven District Councillor, added: "As the founder of Stamford Community Speedwatch I was delighted that the police recognised the need to conduct this operation in the town and the group was pleased to spend time supporting it.

“Stamford Community Speedwatch is now well established and continues to run regular speed checks at a number of locations across the town."