Speeding drivers caught after residents report concerns in Burton Joyce and Carlton

Speeding drivers were caught as police carried out checks in Burton Joyce and Carlton after concerns were raised by residents.

Gedling South Neighbourhood Policing teams have been taking part in the operation over the past few days.

Police check speeders
PICTURED: A stock picture of a police officer hunting for speeding motorists (IMAGE: Notts Police)

Officers have been positioned on the A612 Burton Joyce between the hours of 1930pm – 2100pm following a number of reports regarding speeding.

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Speeds in excess of 50 mph were registered in the 40 mph area. A total of 9 traffic offence reports have been issued to drivers within the last 48 hours.

During patrols at school finishing time, officers have spotted a vehicle that was failing to maintain lane discipline in the Carlton area.

A police spokesman said: “The vehicle was stopped and the driver provided a positive roadside breath test for excess alcohol. The driver was arrested and subsequently charged and bailed to court.”

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