Shropshire Star

Police cracking down on speeding motorists in Whitchurch

Increased police patrols are being introduced in order to crack down on speeding motorists and anti-social behaviour in Whitchurch.

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Police said they will be increasing checks on drivers using roads in and around the town.

Constable Deborah Wheeler said they would also be carrying out speeding surveys.

She said: “In response to residents’ concerns over speeding vehicles in Whitchurch, officers from the safer neighbourhood team will be continuing to carry out speed checks at a number of locations.

“We will also be doing speed surveys and taking out the speed gun. Any offences will be dealt with.

“We recently gave out a section 59 order for anti-social behaviour on a patrol.

“Extra police vehicles will also be patrolling Whitchurch. We are regularly going out to do what we can.

“We will also be sending out letters to drivers.”