Police target speeding drivers in Exeter

Around 30 motorists were caught speeding during a road safety operation on a busy Exeter road yesterday [28 April].

Exeter Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out the operation in Rydon Lane to target speeding motorists and educate drivers.

The operation was in response to concerns from the public about speeding and dangerous driving on the 40mph road, plus a number of reported collisions.

More than 30 vehicles were stopped near Pynes Hill during the two-hour operation, most for speeding at 50mph and above. The highest speed recorded was 60mph.

Of those, 23 motorists were issued with speeding tickets, one driver was reported to court and three further motorists will be prosecuted. Two other drivers were given advice about their driving speed.

During the operation the team also responded to a collision on Rydon Lane involving a motorcycle where the male rider sustained serious leg injuries.

PSCO Anthony Keller said that the successful operation would be repeated in the future.

“The operation was in response to numerous complaints from local residents and other drivers about speeding and antisocial motorists on this road,” he said.

“Speeding motorists present a risk to both themselves and other road users and this operation sent a clear message that driving at excess speeds on Rydon Lane will not be tolerated.

“The reaction was extremely positive and we will undoubtedly be running further operations in the near future.”