Dangerous driver caught speeding at 78mph on Burdock Way in Halifax

On Friday Jaunary the reckless driver was caught by police as part of Operation Hawmill

The driver was caught travelling at 78 mph along Burdock Way which has a speed limit of 40mph.

The driver was reported to court.

Operation Hawmill is funded by the Calderdale Community Safety Partnership and targets motorists speeding, driving above the drink or drug limit, motorists using a phone while driving and driving without a seatbelt.

Co-chair of the Road Safety Delivery Group, Inspector Ben Doughty, said: ““Over the years we have seen an increase in awareness of Operation Hawmill and an increased awareness of the risks associated with bad driving, however motorists still put themselves, other road users and pedestrians at risk through dangerous driving.

“We will prosecute anyone who continues to put themselves and others at risk, and you will face points on your licence, a fine, having your vehicle seized or ending up in court if you flout the basic laws of driving.”