Cars caught speeding on road where children were cycling

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 13:02 · Archive

Police recorded speeding vehicles on Salthouse Road in Cumbria whilst children were riding bikes nearby.

Police recorded speeding vehicles on Salthouse Road in Cumbria on 15 October whilst children were playing out and riding bikes in the area. PCSO Claire Lillico of the Copeland Neighbourhood Policing Team conducted the speed checks across Bootle, Haverigg and Millom, with vehicles recorded speeding in all three locations, predominantly on Salthouse Road.

A police spokesperson said: 'Given the fact that, at this time, there were lots of children playing out with some on bikes, that were clearly visible, this is not acceptable - speed limits are in place for a reason.' The force noted receiving positive feedback from local residents during the operation.

Speeding has been identified as a key concern for residents in the area. During recent discussions with Cumbria's Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner David Allen, speeding was named alongside anti-social behaviour and loud exhausts as priority issues in Millom.

How it is being reported

• Cars caught speeding on same road as kids playing on bikesPCSO Claire Lillico conducted speed checks on October 15 with the majority of speeding incidents coming on Salthouse Road.NW Evening Mail · 17 Oct, 12:30
• Cars caught speeding on same road as kids playing on bikesPCSO Claire Lillico conducted speed checks on October 15 with the majority of speeding incidents coming on Salthouse Road.Whitehaven News · 17 Oct, 12:30

In this story: Claire Lillico · David Allen · Copeland Neighbourhood Policing Team · Salthouse Road · Cumbria · Bootle · Haverigg · Millom

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