Lamborghini among 101 uninsured cars seized in Lancashire police crackdown
A Lamborghini was among more than 100 uninsured vehicles taken off Lancashire’s roads in just seven days as part of a major police crackdown.
Operation Drive Insured ran from November 10-16, with officers across the county stepping up roadside checks and targeting motorists driving without cover.
In total, 101 cars were seized - the supercar among the most eye-catching.
Lancashire Police say uninsured drivers are far more likely to be involved in collisions and are often linked to wider criminality.
Those caught face a £300 fine, six penalty points and having their vehicle seized, with courts able to impose unlimited fines and driving bans.
Convictions can also affect future job prospects and push up insurance premiums.
Chief Inspector John Jennings-Wharton, from the Roads Policing Unit, said every uninsured motorist “is a danger to themselves and to others”.
“Behind every collision is a family whose life can change in an instant,” he said.
“By removing 101 uninsured vehicles from our roads during Operation Drive Insured, we’re protecting lives and sending a clear message, driving without insurance is reckless and unacceptable.
“This is only a snapshot of our activity as dealing with uninsured vehicles is part of our daily business. We encourage people to come forward with information regarding unlicenced and uninsured drivers who have the potential to cause harm to innocent members of the public.”
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Clive Grunshaw, said the results showed the value of targeted enforcement.
“It is important that everyone in Lancashire is safe and feels safe on our roads,” he said.
“We have dedicated officers working around the clock to target offenders and put them before the courts.
"I will continue to work closely with the Chief Constable to make sure our roads policing teams have the backing and resources they need to target anyone who puts themselves and others in danger through the illegal use of our road network, and ultimately save lives."
Uninsured drivers can be reported by calling 101 or visiting: https://www.lancashire.police.uk/ro/report/rti/rti-beta-2.1/report-a-road-traffic-incident/