Police say man caught driving at double speed limit on A9 at Tain

Several motorists in the Highlands were caught driving after allegedly drinking or taking drugs this week prompting a fresh safety message from police.

Officers also found some drivers apparently had no insurance.

Two men, aged 19 and 40, were arrested for alleged drug-driving offences in Inverness after providing a positive roadside drug test and a 50-year-old man was arrested for an alleged drink-driving offence in Dingwall.

Additionally, five drivers had their vehicles seized after driving without insurance in Inverness, Tain, Dingwall and on the A82 at Rannoch Moor.

A 30-year-old man has also been reported to the Procurator Fiscal for dangerous driving after being detected driving at 99mph in a 50mph limit on the A9 at Tain.

Inspector Donnie Mackinnon said: “Despite repeated appeals, it is extremely concerning that a number of drivers continue to take risks and place themselves and others in danger and I would like to reassure the public that we will continue to proactively target this behaviour on our roads.

"The message is simple. Drink-driving, drug-driving and speeding can and does have catastrophic consequences so please make sensible decisions and consider the impact that your actions will have on you, your family and your community. As a driver, you are responsible for ensuring that your vehicle is roadworthy, has a valid MOT and insurance so take a moment to check these essential elements before you drive.

"Finally, this behaviour can impact our emergency service partners on what continues to be a challenging time so I appeal to the public to read and fully comply with government guidelines which are in place for all our safety.

"If you have information or concerns about anyone who may be drink or drug driving, please call us on 101. Information from the public can help take dangerous drivers off the road and also helps us to identify areas where we may need to increase proactive patrols.”