Over 100 vehicles above speed limit after checks take place

Police vans have carried out speed checks in St Austell following concerns raised by the local residents.

In the few hours of activity, 113 vehicles were recorded going above the enforcement threshold.

Police Inspector Simon Andrews said:

“Speeding can kill. Whether you hurt yourself, another road user or a pedestrian – your actions can have severe consequences,”

“That’s why operations like these are so important, especially when communities tell the police that they have real concerns about road safety in a particular neighbourhood.

“We know this doesn’t solve the issue completely, but we hope our presence has meant road users will be more considerate of their speed. I’d also like to thank the majority of drivers who kept to the speed limit.

“These types of operations can receive a bad reception, but if the consequence of deploying a speed camera van on the road means our actions will save a life now or in the future, then it’s absolutely worth it."

The minimum penalty for speeding is £100 fine and three points added to your licence. Receiving 12 or more points within three years may disqualify you from driving.