Its not ‘fine’ to speed
Between July and September 2024, speed enforcement officers recorded 1,809 drivers exceeding the limit at 102 sites across Essex, concentrating on roads like the A13, A12, A130, and M25.
The statistics
This marked an increase from the 1,599 offenders detected in the previous three months.
Among the violations, officers noted a top speed of 104mph on a 70mph road and another driver traveling at 72mph in a 30mph zone.
How this will be tackled
An Essex Police spokesperson stated: “Our Speed Enforcement Officers, as part of the Roads Policing Unit, are committed to addressing road-related crime, particularly speeding offences that pose a risk to all road users. Through their collaboration with Community Speedwatch volunteers, who monitor speeds in their local areas, they also play a vital role in educating drivers about the dangers of speeding.”
“Their collaboration with road safety partners enables us to focus our policing efforts where they are most needed and to offer reassurance to the public in areas where speeding has been highlighted as a concern.”
“We urge all drivers to stick to the speed limits – they are in place for a reason.
“If you have dashcam footage of poor or dangerous driving, you can share it with us through Extra Eyes. We will review the footage and take appropriate action.”
The end goals
“The efforts of the Speed Enforcement Officers support Vision Zero, our shared goal with partners to achieve zero road deaths by 2040 or sooner, and we remain committed to this vital work. This Vision Zero strategy aims to eradicate deaths and serious injuries on Essex’s roads by 2040.
To reduce risks for road users and promote safe driving, police are working alongside local authorities, the road safety partnership, and Community Speedwatch volunteers.”
