Vehicle Operation

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding dangerous driving and speeding, which some members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey.

The Metropolitan Special Constabulary led vehicle operations over the weekend of 8th, 9th and 10th August focussed around Hyde Park Corner. This was in response to residents and businesses reporting anti social driving in the area.

They have achieved the following results:

Seized 72 vehicles for offences of No insurance / driving not in accordance with a driving licence / ASB driving (Section 59) and recovered 2 vehicles believed to be stolen

In total around £6 million pounds worth of vehicles were seized

8 arrests made over the 3 days
1 was Wanted for ABH and Criminal Damage (Been wanted for 3 months)
1 for Drugs
1 for Theft of motor vehicle
1 for theft of motor vehicle, dangerous driving, failing to stop for police, no insurance, no Driving licence and drug drive
4 Wanted by Immigration

1 driver who was disqualified from Driving

Numerous tickets issued for no Insurance, No Driving Licence, using a mobile phone whilst driving, no MOT, illegally tinted windows, no seatbelt and driving a vehicles in a dangerous condition.

Most of the Officers were MSC Officers who gave up their free time to attend this Operation.

If someone is driving a motor vehicle, they should always be doing so in a safe and considerate manner. Even momentary lapses in judgement can have life changing or devastating consequences for those in the vehicle or innocent bystanders. 

Activities such as street racing, cruising or performing tricks can count as anti-social behaviour. If you are concerned about this in your area, visit our website for the latest guidance and how you can report this. You can also report dangerous driving in your area. 

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