Police carry out speeding checks in Eastbourne amid dangerous driving concerns
Officers in Eastbourne carried out speed enforcement checks in response to concerns raised about dangerous driving, Sussex Police has said.
A spokesperson for Sussex Police said: “Earlier this month local officers carried out speed enforcement checks on Friday Street, Eastbourne, in response to concerns about dangerous driving.
“During their hour-long operation, approximately 100 vehicles were checked; a total of three vehicles were recorded exceeding the 40mph speed limit.
“Officers also identified a van driver not wearing a seatbelt and a motorist using a mobile phone while driving, in addition, two vehicles slowed significantly to observe the police activity, causing unnecessary congestion.
“We continue to thank you to everyone who continues to drive safely and responsibly, helping to protect themselves, other road users and the wider public, enforcement activities under Operation Downsway will continue into the Autumn months.
“If speeding is an issue in your area, report it to us at the time, online or by calling 101.”