Dozens of vehicles stopped as officers address residents’ concerns

Officers spent a day addressing one of the main concerns of residents in Stoke-on-Trent this week.

Following a community meeting held in September, dangerous driving, speeding and inconsiderate parking were identified as main concerns of residents living in Trentham and Hanford.

Officers patrolled the hotspot areas on Wednesday (4 November).

More than 60 vehicles were stopped on Boma Road and drivers were given words of advice around the ‘except for access’ restriction.

Another eight drivers were prosecuted for various driving offences, including speeding on Barlaston Old Road, vehicle defects on Brough Lane and the A34 and driving whilst using a mobile phone.

Inspector Will Evans, of the Stoke-on-Trent south local policing team, said: “This was a successful day of action where we actively addressed concerns raised by local residents.

“We proactively targeted specific roads and locations raised by residents and stopped and spoke to dozens of drivers.

“We will continue to identify and address the main concerns of Stoke-on-Trent residents.”