50 traffic offences and 2 arrests carried out in Tendring on police operation day
It was part of Operation #VisionZero
As part of Essex Police's ongoing safety work, the force carried out Operation #VisionZero in Tendring on Tuesday 10th March, focusing on those breaking traffic laws and putting others at risk.
They reported a total of 50 traffic offences, and carried out two arrests for drug driving.
The action was carried out with Tendring's Neighbourhood Policing Team, alongside the force's Road Safety Team.
Essex Police say that keeping the roads safe is one of their most important responsibilities, and say that every journey relies on drivers to follow the law.
Chief Inspector Stuart Austin, Tendring district commander, said: “Standards of driving is regularly raised as an issue, so this collaborative effort is appreciated by not only me, but I’m sure by all the residents of Tendring.”
Throughout the day, officers worked alongside the Safer Essex Roads Partnership (SERP), visiting local businesses, schools, and Community Speedwatch volunteers - local residents who give their time to highlight the dangers of speeding within their own neighbourhoods.
A total of 50 Traffic Offence Reports (TORs) were issued during the operation, demonstrating the range of unsafe and illegal behaviours being detected:
• 28 - Mobile phone use at the wheel
• 20 - Seatbelt offences
• 2 - No insurance
Additional checks on vehicles uncovered further safety concerns:
• 5 - Dangerous vehicle condition
• 7 - Glass damaged and not maintained
• 4 - Registration plate issues
• 8 - Section 165 seizures (vehicles taken off the road for no insurance or no driving licence)
Two arrests were also made:
• Arrest for drug driving, possession of drugs, and no insurance
• Arrest for drug driving, driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence (DOWL), and no insurance