Fourteen abandoned vehicles seized in Preston enforcement campaign
Multi-agency operation tackles untaxed and hazardous vehicles
A multi-agency operation led by Preston's Neighbourhood Policing and Prosper Partnership Team has resulted in 14 abandoned and illegal vehicles being seized in the St Matthews area of Preston.
The ‘Skip the Whip’ enforcement drive, carried out in collaboration with the DVLA, targeted streets including Skeffington Road, Great George Street, Canute Street, Egbert Street, Deepdale Street, and Ribbleton Street.
Tackling community concerns
The operation aims to remove untaxed, unroadworthy, and abandoned vehicles from local streets, addressing hazards for pedestrians and freeing up valuable space for residents and businesses.
PC Hamza Musa from the Prosper Partnership Team highlighted the importance of community-focused enforcement efforts.
“These operations are about working closely with our partner agencies to tackle the issues that matter most to our communities,” PC Musa said.
“We know that these abandoned vehicles can be hazardous for pedestrians and cause problems for businesses, as well as being a real eyesore for those visiting and working in the area.
“We remain committed to addressing these concerns and encourage everyone to report issues to us so that we can work to tackle them.”
Reporting issues
Residents are encouraged to report problems with abandoned or illegal vehicles by completing the Lancashire Talking survey, which helps direct police resources where they are most needed.
To take part in the survey and share concerns, sign up to ‘In The Know’ via the operation’s online platform.