Over 600 caught speeding on North Coast during Easter weekend
The number is up by 117 compared to last April
Last updated 19th Apr 2023
Over 600 people were caught speeding across the North Coast during Easter weekend, according to police.
The PSNI also revealed it carried out three arrests for public order offences including disorderly behaviour, common assault and assault on police.
One fixed penalty notice and five Community Resolution Notices were issued for drug offences.
Inspector O'Brien said this is a reduction on last year however the number of people caught speeding has increased.
The PSNI said Safety Camera Vans deployed at locations across the area made 635 detections for excess speed.
518 detections were made last year.
Meanwhile, 40 vehicles were issued with an immediate prohibition, meaning that the vehicle is not roadworthy, was not permitted to continue on the road and the drivers received fixed penalty notice or face prosecution in court.
The vehicle safety operation was launched in conjunction with the DVA.
Inspector O'Brien said “A number of drivers were issued with fixed penalty notices for a range of motoring offences including excess speed, mobile phone use and unsafe modifications to their vehicles.
“Furthermore, Police utilised footage sent in by members of the public via MIPP (Major Incident Policing Portal) to commence prosecution against 5 drivers.
“As always we are grateful for the support of residents, businesses and visitors during these peak times for our area. We are very much part of the community here on the North Coast and it is in all our interests to ensure that our towns are safe and vibrant areas for people to live, work and visit.”
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