Police use HGV to target drivers caught using their mobile phones

Police officers took to the roads in a lorry as part of a crackdown on people using mobile phones while driving.

Road policing officers from the Commercial Vehicle Unit patrolled roads throughout Cambridgeshire in an effort to catch motorists breaking the law.

During the operation on Monday 26 January, officers drove an adapted police lorry across Cambridgeshire roads including A1(M), A1307, A14 and M11.

In total the team caught six motorists on their phones.

They also stopped vehicles for driving without due care, having insecure loads, and possessing excessively tinted windows.

The team took photos of the drivers who were using their mobile phones and reported them where they will now face a £200 fine and six points on their licence.

Sergeant Chris Payne, from the Commercial Vehicle Unit, said:  “Unfortunately, too many motorists fail to appreciate how their actions behind the wheel can impact themselves, their passengers, and others sharing the road.

“We have witnessed the tragic results that even a brief lapse in attention can bring. If you feel the urge to use your mobile whilst driving, it’s best to put it safely out of reach in the glove box or boot.

“We are committed to continuing our efforts to clamp down on those who disregard the law, ensuring our roads remain safe for everyone.”