Driver fined for 'fresh air' journey to Dorset
Hampshire motorist punished for breaking lockdown rules
Last updated 19th Feb 2021
A Covid fine has been slapped on a motorist who told Police they'd driven from Hampshire "for some fresh air" after being stopped by officers on the Wiltshire Dorset border.
Under the current coronavirus lockdown, only essential journeys are permitted.
Despite the beautiful panoramic countryside views over Melbury Down, North Dorset and The Chalke Valley, Police took a dim view of the driver's reason to be at this rural viewpoint on February 10th.
This driver was caught and dealt with by North Dorset Police in a lay-by on the B3081 at Breeze Hill near Zig Zag Hill on the Wiltshire-Dorset border.
On Facebook the Force wrote:
"Plenty of nice views in North Dorset, & Wiltshire but if you just randomly drive here for some fresh air from Hampshire be expected to be sent home or fined just like the driver of this car."
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After issuing the fine, Officers sent the driver home.