Speeds clocked could kill, says Ross policeman
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POLICE in Ross-shire have issue a warning after a second motorist was clocked driving at over 100mph within two days.
A 42-year-old motorist was stopped in the Tain area last night (Tuesday) and will be reported for dangerous driving.
This follows an incident on Sunday in which 39-year-old Dutchman Esdert Prins was caught driving at 130mph on the A832 near Achansheen.
He was banned for a year at Inverness Sheriff Court on Monday after admitting the dangerous driving charge.
Local Area Inspector Nick MacRae is concerned that some of the high speeds that have been recorded recently have the clear potention for people to be injured or killed.
Inspector MacRae said: "Through regular community council engagement we continue to identify areas of concern and carry out speed checks in those areas.
"Last night officers caught seven motorists speeding, one of whom was recorded in excess of 110mph.
"This kind of driving is a danger not only to the offender but every other road user including pedestrians, which is especially important during school holidays when more children are walking and cycling on the local roads.
"Local officers will be supported by Divisional Roads policing officers to deter this type of irresponsible driving.
"Many dangers exist on the road when driving in excess of the national speed limit, including road conditions, bends, hidden entrances or junctions and the links between excessive speed and collisions causing death or serious injury are clear. Speeding is dangerous, costly and unacceptable."
Speeding carries a minimum penalty of a £100 fine and three penalty points on your driving licence. In some instances drivers may be convicted of dangerous driving, lose their licence for at least 12 months and may be ordered to re-sit the driving test.
