Speeding tickets handed out to drivers during lockdown

Nearly 1,500 motorists in Leicestershire have been given speeding tickets during a two week period.

It was part of a speeding campaign that saw police officers and special constables reacting to community concerns by visiting problem areas and crash hotspots.

The Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Road Safety Partnership is urging road users to stick to the speed limits.

Jonathan Clarkson, LLRRSP spokesperson said: “Between Monday 25th May and Sunday 7th June we have recorded 1497 speeding offences including one vehicle travelling at 105mph, over twice the speed limit, on the A607 Newark Road. We also saw high speeds in Leicester, including 66mph on King Richards Road West and 68mph on the A563 Thurmaston Lane.”
“I’d like to take this opportunity to remind drivers that Police patrols maintain a visible and pro-active presence and our speed camera network is operational in order to keep everyone safe.”
“As more road users take advantage of the lighter evenings and the summer weather it is worth reminding road users to share the road and drive more considerately around cyclists, pedestrians, horse riders and motorcyclists.”