Drug driver arrested in Lytham after running red light in FRONT of police
A drug driver was arrested in Lytham after running red a light in front of police.
The male drove through a red light at speed in Lytham, failing to notice the police car directly behind him.
He also tested positive for cannabis and was arrested.
Another vehicle travelling over the speed limit on Ballam Road was stopped. Unlucky for the driver, there was a strong smell of cannabis and he was arrested after he failed a drug wipe.
The checks are part of Operation Irongate, which aims to target those travelling into Fylde to commit crime, as well as drivers flouting “the Fatal Five” - driving under the influence of drink/drugs, careless driving, speeding, using a mobile phone whilst driving and wearing no seatbelt.
The Operation aims to identify criminals using the road networks, travelling criminals and those committing the #FatalFive offences.
The team recently carried out an Operation Irongate checkpoint on the A583 in Kirkham.
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However, the Operation isn't limited to just checkpoints and also includes proactively targeting vehicles as part of our daily patrol.
A spokesperson for Fylde Police said: “This week, we have made two arrests in relation to Fatal Five offences.
“We have also been conducting several speed gun sites across Fylde (yes, including during the night!) where we have issued numerous tickets.”
The Fatal Five offences include:
Drink/drug driving.
Speeding.
Driving without due care.
Using a phone whilst driving.
No seatbelt.