Why you will have seen heavy police presence on Fleetwood and Thornton streets yesterday
““Mobile phone usage is one of the “Fatal 5” offences”
Increased police activity in Fleetwood yesterday - particularly at school times - was part of a clampdown on road safety.
Police officers from Fleetwood Neighbouring Policing Team were out on the streets looking out for drivers who were putting other road users and everyone at risk.
They were seen on Broadway with speed guns, as well as other locations across the town, and their presence was apparent.
A police spokesperson said: “The day got off to a quick start with a driver being seen using his mobile phone while driving.
“Mobile phone usage is one of the “Fatal 5” offences which means this offence is particularly dangerous as it is linked to a higher likelihood of fatal collisions.
“The driver was reported for the offence which comes with 6 points and a £200 fine if found guilty.
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“This was followed by officers observing a car being driven without due care and attention. The vehicle was stopped and it was discovered that the driver did not have a full licence and was not insured to drive the vehicle. The driver was reported for driving offences and his vehicle was seized for no insurance.”
“Through Lancashire Talking Surveys, the public’s top priority for focus was road safety and targeting dangerous and anti-social drivers.
“We are committed to preventing these offences and reducing the number of road fatalities in the region.”