Drivers charged for "excessive speeding" in Mintlaw and Peterhead

Two drivers have been charged with dangerous driving offences in the Mintlaw and Peterhead areas.

A 29-year-old man was stopped for driving at 109mph on the A952 Mintlaw to Cortes road around 7pm on Wednesday June 12.

Later that night, at around 10:20pm, a 17-year-old man was pulled over for driving at 65mph in a 30mph zone at South Road in Peterhead.

Both drivers have been charged in relation to alleged dangerous driving and will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal.

Road Policing Sergeant Andy Ramsay said: "It is extremely disappointing to find that within the space of a few hours two motorists were stopped for driving at extremely high speed, particularly given the poor weather and road conditions at the time.

"Regardless of the weather conditions, any error at such high speed would almost certainly result in serious injury at the very least.

"If convicted of dangerous driving motorists will face a driving ban, a criminal record, and most likely a substantial fine or the possibility of a prison sentence.

"Speed limits are there for a reason and should not be regarded as a target. If the conditions are poor adjust your driving and reduce your speed accordingly.

"Road Casualty Reduction is an absolute priority for Police Scotland and we will continue to carry out operations to promote road safety. If you have concerns these can be reported to us on 101. In an emergency always dial 999."